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Task Handover

Task Handover is a node type in the XpertAI platform's Workflow, designed to enable efficient task transfer and collaboration between Agents. It can be assigned as an Agent Tool, allowing a higher-level Agent to dynamically delegate tasks to one or more available Sub-Agents, which then process the tasks until completion and return results to the higher-level Agent.

This node is particularly suitable for:

  • Multi-Agent collaboration scenarios
  • Cross-domain task processing
  • Complex task decomposition and parallel execution
  • Dynamic task assignment and role division

How It Works​

  1. Connecting Multiple Sub-Agents

    • The Task Handover node can connect to multiple Sub-Agent nodes simultaneously.
    • Sub-Agents can be specialized Agents in different domains (e.g., data analysis, copywriting, R&D support, etc.).

  2. Task Allocation Logic

    • The higher-level Agent can invoke the Task Handover tool during its process.
    • The node assigns tasks to eligible Sub-Agents based on configuration.

  3. Task Context Passing

    • When a task is handed over to a Sub-Agent, it automatically includes:

      • Task content (description)

    • This ensures Sub-Agents can seamlessly continue task processing.

  4. Result Return

    • After processing, the Sub-Agent can return results to the higher-level Agent.

Configuration Details​

After adding a Task Handover node in the Workflow editor, the following configurations are available:

Configuration ItemDescription
Node NameCustom display name for the node in the workflow
Sub-Agent ListSelect connectable Sub-Agent nodes

Use Case Examples​

1. Customer Service Workflow​

  • The main Customer Service Agent receives user requests.
  • For technical issues, the Task Handover node assigns the task to the “Technical Support Sub-Agent.”
  • For billing issues, it assigns the task to the “Finance Sub-Agent.”

2. Content Production Pipeline​

  • The main Agent receives a creative theme.
  • The Task Handover node delegates the theme to the “Copywriting Sub-Agent.”
  • After copywriting is complete, it hands over to the “Proofreading Sub-Agent.”

3. Data Analysis Task​

  • The main Agent parses task requirements.
  • The Task Handover node assigns data processing to the “Data Cleaning Sub-Agent.”
  • Cleaned data is then handed over to the “Visualization Sub-Agent.”

Advantages​

  • Flexibility: Can connect to any number and type of Sub-Agents.
  • Scalability: Adapts to various task allocation scenarios.
  • Efficient Collaboration: Supports parallel processing and rapid handovers.

Best Practices​

  1. In multi-Agent collaboration scenarios, clearly define Sub-Agent responsibilities to minimize handover costs.
  2. For critical tasks, enable a failure retry mechanism and configure backup Sub-Agents.