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# Introduction

## What is ZenML Pro?

The [Pro version of ZenML](https://zenml.io/pro) extends the Open Source product with advanced features for enterprise-grade MLOps. It provides multi-user collaboration, role-based access control, flexible deployment options, and professional support to help teams scale their ML operations.

![Walkthrough of ZenML Model Control Plane](.gitbook/assets/mcp-walkthrough.gif)

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## ZenML OSS vs Pro Feature Comparison

| Feature Category | ZenML OSS | ZenML Pro |
|-----------------|-----------|-----------|
| **User Management** | Single-user mode | Multi-user support with SSO, [organizations](organization.md), and [teams](teams.md) |
| **Access Control** | ❌ No RBAC | Full [role-based access control](roles.md) with customizable permissions |
| **Multi-tenancy** |  ❌ No workspaces/projects | [Workspaces](workspaces.md) and [projects](projects.md) for team and resource isolation |
| **ZenML Web UI** | Basic pipeline and run visualization | Pro UI with [Model Control Plane](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/models), [Artifact Control Plane](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/dashboard-features), and comparison views |
| **Pipeline Execution** | Run pipelines via SDK/CLI | Run pipelines from the UI, manage schedules through the UI, [triggers](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/snapshots) |
| **Stack Configuration** | User-managed stacks | Advanced stack configurations with workspace/project-level restrictions for platform teams |
| **Security** | Community updates | Prioritized security patches, SOC 2 and ISO 27001 certification |
| **Deployment** | Self-hosted only | [SaaS](saas-deployment.md), [Hybrid](hybrid-deployment.md), or [Self-hosted](self-hosted-deployment.md) options |
| **Support** | Community support | Professional support included (SaaS deployments) |
| **Reporting** | Basic run tracking | Advanced usage reports and analytics |
| **Core Features** | ✅ Run pipelines on stacks<br>✅ Full observability over runs<br>✅ Artifact tracking<br> | ✅ All OSS features<br>✅ [Run Snapshots](https://docs.zenml.io/concepts/snapshots)<br>✅ Model Control Plane<br>✅ Artifact Control Plane<br>✅ Enhanced filtering and search |

## Security & Compliance

All ZenML Pro deployments include:

- ✅ **SOC 2 Type II** certification
- ✅ **ISO 27001** certification
- ✅ **Vulnerability Assessment Reports** available on request
- ✅ **Software Bill of Materials (SBOM)** available on request

## Documentation Guide

This documentation is organized to help you understand, deploy, and manage ZenML Pro:

| Section | Description |
|---------|-------------|
| [**System Architecture**](system-architecture.md) | How ZenML Pro services (Control Plane, Workspace Server, Workload Manager) communicate and interact |
| [**Scenarios**](scenarios.md) | Decision guide to help you choose between SaaS, Hybrid, and Self-hosted deployments |
| [**Deployment Details**](deploy-details.md) | Reference for configurable options, environment variables, and permissions for each component |
| [**Upgrades and Updates**](upgrades-updates.md) | How to upgrade each ZenML Pro component |
| [**Core Concepts**](hierarchy.md) | Organizations, Workspaces, Projects, Teams, and Hierarchy |
| [**Access Management**](roles.md) | Roles, Permissions, Service Accounts, and Secrets |

## Pro Feature Details

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