Scott A. DeLoach Kansas State University May 2008

 Why are multiagent approaches not used in state-of-the-practice complex distributed systems  We have failed to demonstrate that the agent approach can yield technically competitive solutions with a real benefit Reduced costs, greater reliability, greater flexibility, or repeatable success

 Why are multiagent approaches not used in state-of-the-practice complex distributed systems  We have failed to demonstrate that the agent approach can yield technically competitive solutions with a real benefit Reduced costs, greater reliability, greater flexibility, or repeatable success

 To overcome this problem, we must demonstrate real benefit in software engineering terms  Obstacles include lack of Flexible, industrial strength methods and techniques Common understanding of key concepts Common notations or models