<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">An AI agent is more advanced than a simple chatbot, capable of handling specific tasks.Consider building a customer service agent, lead qualification assistant, or content moderator for social media.Select a platform like Google Cloud’s Vertex AI Agent Builder for non-technical users.Define clear scenarios your agent will encounter to narrow down its purpose.Ensure your AI agent has access to relevant data sources to enhance its functionality.Implement actions beyond answering questions to add value, like booking appointments or setting reminders.Start testing your AI agent in a controlled environment before rolling it out to a wider audience.Provide a clear path to human support in case the AI agent cannot handle a query.Regularly update and improve your AI agent for optimal performance and ongoing benefits.Your first AI agent does not have to be perfect but should address a real need.Initiating the building process is key to leveraging AI technology effectively.