Beyond the Prompt: Why Your AI Agent Needs a Robust 'Harness' for Production

The transition from a working AI demo to a production-ready system often fails due to the lack of an execution and safety layer known as the 'Harness.' By implementing structured control loops and state management, engineers can mitigate operational risks like infinite loops and spiraling API costs. This infrastructure is essential for transforming unpredictable LLMs into reliable, autonomous business tools.