Tech Revolutions, Market Formation, And The Agentic Future
Blog post from Barndoor
Technological changes present challenges for businesses as they necessitate unlearning old practices and adapting to new ones, often identifying new sources of value through behavior observation. The evolution from Steve Jobs' initial restrictions on iPhone apps to the open App Store exemplifies how recognizing user behavior can drive technological success. Similarly, the adoption of agentic systems, like Anthropic's MCP protocol, highlights the importance of behavioral insights in technology implementation. These systems, complemented by technologies such as Google's A2A, OpenAI's Connectors, and IBM's ACP, enable businesses to explore and automate tasks, balancing automation with human innovation. The potential of agentic systems lies in enhancing human capabilities, managing complexities, and fostering an environment of discovery and action. The focus on behavior and interaction in systems like Barndoor reflects the ongoing exploration of technology's impact on business practices, emphasizing the need for careful observation and management of both human and agentic behaviors.