In the context of ReputAgent, an agent is any AI system that acts with autonomy—whether a single LLM completing tasks, a multi-step workflow, or a system of coordinating agents.
Key Characteristics
- Autonomy: Can act without step-by-step human direction
- Goal-directed: Works toward defined objectives
- Environment interaction: Perceives and affects its context
Why Evaluation Matters
Autonomy means consequences. The more an agent can do without oversight, the more important it is to verify it behaves correctly.