Human-in-the-Loop Checkpoints and Approvals Human-in-the-loop checkpoints are how you combine automation with accountability. The best checkpoints are not random approvals. They are policy-driven gates placed at the exact points where the system could cause irreversible harm: external actions, sensitive data access, and high-stakes decisions. Done well, checkpoints improve trust without destroying usability. Where Checkpoints Belong […]

Permission Boundaries and Sandbox Design Permission boundaries and sandboxing keep agents from causing real-world harm. Tool use turns text generation into action. Once actions exist, you need least privilege, scoped credentials, and isolation. A sandbox is the execution boundary that enforces these controls. Permission Boundary Design | Boundary | Example Control | Effect | |—|—|—| […]