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What Is Agentic AI?
Agentic AI refers to AI systems configured to take sequences of autonomous actions in pursuit of goals — browsing the web, writing and executing code, sending emails, managing files — rather than responding to individual prompts. It is being deployed in enterprises now.
How agentic AI differs from traditional AI
| Aspect | Traditional AI | Agentic AI |
|---|---|---|
| Interaction model | Single prompt → single response | Goal → sequence of autonomous actions |
| Human oversight | Review output before use | Actions taken before review possible |
| Scope of impact | Bounded to single response | Can affect multiple systems simultaneously |
| Accountability | Human uses AI output | AI takes actions on behalf of human |
| Governance approach | Output review + policy | Action scope limits + real-time monitoring |