Hierarchical Agent Systems
Master hierarchical multi-agent architectures with manager-worker patterns
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Effective delegation is the key to scalable hierarchies. Managers cannot make every decision—they must empower workers to decide when appropriate. The right delegation level depends on task complexity, worker autonomy, and domain expertise.
Interactive: Delegation Calculator
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Moderate tasks requiring some judgment
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Can work independently on familiar tasks
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Competent, handles routine scenarios well
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✓ Recommendation: Guided Delegation
Worker proposes decisions, manager approves before execution. Builds trust gradually.
🎯 Delegation Framework
Level 1: "Do exactly as I say" - Micromanagement for critical/new tasks
Level 2: "Research and recommend" - Worker proposes, manager decides
Level 3: "Decide and inform" - Worker decides, manager is notified
Level 4: "Act independently" - Full autonomy, periodic reviews
💡 Escalation Rules
- →Budget decisions above threshold
- →Strategic direction changes
- →Resource conflicts with other teams
- →Risk levels exceeding tolerance
- →Cross-functional coordination needs