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workflow-or-agent-decider

Decide between a scripted workflow and an autonomous agent harness, then scaffold the chosen path. Use when scoping new agentic systems or tool integrations.

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Workflow vs agent decision aid

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Workflow Or Agent Decider

Overview

Provide a structured decision and a starter scaffold for either a workflow or agent harness.

Quick start

  1. Fill templates/decision_matrix.json.
  2. Choose workflow or agent.
  3. Use the corresponding scaffold notes in references/decision-guidance.md.

Core Guidance

  • Use workflows for stable, deterministic tasks.
  • Use agent harnesses for open-ended tasks with tool use.
  • Document the choice and the trade-offs.

Resources

  • references/decision-guidance.md: Decision heuristics and scaffolds.
  • templates/decision_matrix.json: Decision matrix template.

Validation

  • Confirm the decision criteria were addressed and recorded.

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