Before you build an agent, design the job

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Designing the job is crucial before building an agent to ensure effective AI adoption

intermediate Published 13 Apr 2026

Action Steps

Define the task you want the agent to perform
Identify the key performance indicators (KPIs) for the task
Determine the skills and capabilities required for the task
Design the job architecture and workflow
Test and refine the job design before building the agent

Who Needs to Know This

Product managers, AI engineers, and leaders can benefit from understanding the importance of job design in AI adoption to make informed decisions and allocate resources effectively

Key Insight

💡 Job design is a critical step in AI adoption that can make or break the success of an agent