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Agentic AI promises to reshape how work gets done, by handling time-consuming tasks so you don’t have to. But after a year of intense hype, what’s the reality? This virtual briefing breaks down what agentic AI can actually do in the enterprise today, where it still falls short, and how to use it safely and effectively. It also explores real business use cases, the risks to watch for, and key dos and don’ts for deployment. If you’re wondering where to start using AI agents in your organisation, or how to separate fact from fiction, this session is for you. Read our full report on the topic here: https://www.wired.com/sponsored/story/agentic-ai-advantage-hype-reality-next-thoughtworks/ 0:00 Introduction 4:11 What is an agent? 6:35 What proportion of agents meet the definition? 8:05 Why did agents become so popular last year? 12:41 What kinds of things can and can't agents do today? 17:03 How are businesses implementing agentic AI today? 20:04 Predictions for solving core problems 21:21 What are the main use cases? 25:07 What is the most sophisticated, ambitious deployment you've seen? 26:31 Practical advice for leaders 32:48 How to get started today