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Why Your AI Agent Needs A Manager

Forbes Councils member Nolan Garrett argues that AI agents require human management to prevent unaccountable actions, citing risks such as uncontrolled data access and lack of oversight. He emphasizes that without clear ownership and governance, AI agents become 'unmanaged workers' that can harm businesses.

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Why Your AI Agent Needs A Manager
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By Nolan Garrett, Forbes Councils MemberSource:

Forbes InnovationIf nobody can answer who allowed it, what data it touched and how to undo it, the business has created a new unmanaged worker.

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