Paul Welty, PhD AI, WORK, AND STAYING HUMAN

Bookmark: Why Agent Orchestration Is The New Enterprise Integration Backbone For The AI Era

Discover how agent orchestration transforms enterprise integration, enabling AI-driven workflows that enhance efficiency and redefine business operations.

Exploring the insights of Janakiram MSV at Forbes, this article unveils the transformative potential of agent orchestration in shaping the future of enterprise integration. As AI-powered layers begin to intelligently manage enterprise data, we’re seeing a shift from traditional systems to adaptive, self-improving workflows. This marks a fundamental change in how we approach business operations, one that could redefine the competitive landscape for enterprises worldwide.

Certainly. Here is a compelling quote from the article:

“The next wave of enterprise transformation isn’t about connecting systems—it’s about making them think.”

This encapsulates the central theme of the article, highlighting the evolution from traditional system integration to intelligent, AI-driven interactions.

Why Agent Orchestration Is The New Enterprise Integration Backbone For The AI Era


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