As enterprises increasingly adopt multi-agent systems (MAS) for complex AI solutions, engineers face the dual challenge of scaling these systems while maintaining ethical responsibility. Traditional approaches often fall short when agent interactions multiply, leading to emergent behaviors that can amplify biases or create unintended consequences at scale.
This talk delves into the engineering principles and design patterns that enable responsible scaling of MAS. We'll explore how systems thinking informs architectural decisions, from designing modular agent components to implementing distributed governance mechanisms. Using examples and architectural diagrams, we'll demonstrate how to build scalable oversight for responsible AI into the core of MAS design.
Key takeaways include:
- Concrete design patterns for building scalable, self-regulating agent networks
- Techniques for dynamically adjusting agent behavior based on system-wide feedback
- Practical approaches to monitoring and debugging emergent behaviors in MAS
Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of how to leverage systems thinking to create multi-agent architectures that scale responsibly.
Speaker
Nimisha Asthagiri
Global Leader, Scaling AI Dopper Member, Technology Radar @Thoughtworks | Consulting CTO & Strategist | Previously Chief Architect @edX
Nimisha Asthagiri is a Global Director of Data and AI at Thoughtworks, a digital consultancy that integrates design, engineering and AI to transform enterprises to modern digital businesses. She leads digital transformations for her clients with strategic combinations of design thinking, change management, experimentation, and platform architecture. Her most recent focus is architecting agentic enterprises while applying systems thinking for responsible AI. Previously, she was Chief Architect at edX, driving intentional architecture for the next generation of large-scale online learning. Nimisha also serves as advisor and board member to emerging businesses, including serving as a consulting CTO. She began her career in Boston-based technology startups and holds multiple degrees from MIT. A seasoned technologist, Nimisha is passionate about fostering innovation through the amplification of diverse voices and the synergism of collective strength.
