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Drift Detection (Agent)

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

Agent drift detection monitors whether an agent's real-world behavior has diverged from its expected behavior baseline. Drift can result from model updates, prompt changes, data shifts, or tool modifications.

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What is Drift Detection (Agent)?

Agent drift detection monitors whether an agent's real-world behavior has diverged from its expected behavior baseline.

How does Drift Detection (Agent) work?

Drift can result from model updates, prompt changes, data shifts, or tool modifications.

Which terms are related to Drift Detection (Agent)?

Closely related concepts include Model Drift, Regression Detection (Agent), Configuration Drift, Continuous Integration Agent. Each is defined in the Prefactor glossary.

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