Definition
Agent Planning
The ability of an AI agent to decompose a complex goal into a sequence of actionable steps and execute them in the right order, adapting the plan as new information emerges.
In Depth
Planning is what separates capable agents from simple chatbots. Given a complex goal like 'analyze our competitors and write a report,' a planning agent breaks this into steps: identify competitors, research each one, compare features, draft the report, review and edit. Advanced planning includes dependency management (which steps can run in parallel), contingency planning (what if a research source is unavailable), and replanning (adjusting the plan when intermediate results change the approach). Good planning reduces wasted work and produces more reliable outcomes.
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