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Agent Classification

Reviewed 19 July 2026Canonical definitionPart of: Agent Observability Terms →

Agent classification is the process of categorising an AI agent by its risk level, autonomy, data sensitivity, and business impact. Classification determines which governance controls, monitoring intensity, and approval processes apply.

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What is Agent Classification?

Agent classification is the process of categorising an AI agent by its risk level, autonomy, data sensitivity, and business impact.

How is Agent Classification used in production?

Classification determines which governance controls, monitoring intensity, and approval processes apply.

Which terms are related to Agent Classification?

Closely related concepts include AI Value Realisation, Agent Tracing, AI Business Case, Agent Observability Pipeline. Each is defined in the Prefactor glossary.

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