Knowledge Work Plugins

Knowledge Work Plugins is an open source repository of plugins for Claude Cowork and Claude Code that enables role-specific tools, data connections, and workflows.

Knowledge Work Plugins provides a structured collection of skills, connectors, and slash commands for Claude Cowork and Claude Code. Each plugin allows users to integrate Claude with specific external tools, such as CRMs, project management software, and data warehouses, using MCP servers. Organizations can customize these plugins by modifying markdown and JSON files to include internal terminology, process documentation, and specific tool configurations. The library includes plugins for various functions including sales, product management, legal, finance, and data analysis. Users can install existing plugins directly from the Claude platform or create new ones to match specific organizational needs.

Knowledge Work Plugins at a glance

Best for: Product manager, Marketer, Sales, Finance, HR
Runs on: Web, CLI
Pricing: Open source
Released: January 2026
Category: AI productivity tool
Website: github.com/anthropics/knowledge-work-plugins

Key features

Bundled skills for specific job functions
Connector support for CRMs, data warehouses, and project trackers
Slash command integration for specific workflows
File-based configuration using markdown and JSON
Customizable tool stack via .mcp.json files
Support for company-specific context and processes

Use it for

Manage tasks, calendars, and workflows across multiple platforms
Analyze and visualize datasets by writing SQL and running statistics
Triage customer support tickets and draft responses
Research prospects and prepare for sales calls
Review and draft legal documents

Companions

Tools that articles about Knowledge Work Plugins recommend using with it, each with its job.

Claude Code — Built to work with Claude Code.
Claude — Built to work with Claude.
Context7 — Provides up-to-date documentation for AI agents and code editors.
Playwright MCP — Enables LLMs to interact with web pages using structured accessibility snapshots.
GitHub MCP Server — Reads pull requests, issues and code search on GitHub.
Superpowers — Brainstorm, plan and execute skills for bigger tasks.

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