Sequential Task Component

The Sequential Task component enables you to define and organize tasks within an AI workflow that are executed in a specific sequence. This component is especially useful when you need to break down complex processes into smaller, manageable steps, each handled by a designated AI agent.

What Does This Component Do?

The Sequential Task component allows you to create an individual task, assign it to a specific AI agent, and clearly define what the task should accomplish. This makes it easier to structure multi-step workflows, ensuring that each part of the process is handled by the right agent and follows a well-documented procedure.

Key Inputs

The component provides the following configurable fields:

Field Details

• Agent: Select the specific AI agent that should execute this task. This ensures responsibility and clarity within your workflow.
• Task: Allows you to create dependencies or chains by referencing other Sequential Tasks. This is optional but powerful for building complex flows.
• Expected Output: Specify exactly what you expect as the result of this task. This helps in evaluating task completion and success.
• Description: Provide a comprehensive description of the task’s purpose and instructions for execution.

Outputs

After execution, the Sequential Task component outputs a single object:

• Task Output: This contains the complete definition of the sequential task, which may be used as an input to subsequent components or for further processing. The output is of the type SequentialTask.

Why Is This Useful?

• Modularity: Break down complex processes into simple, reusable tasks.
• Clarity: Assign responsibilities to specific agents and clearly document expectations.
• Scalability: Chain tasks together to build sophisticated, multi-step AI workflows.
• Traceability: Each task can be traced with metadata, aiding in debugging and process improvement.

Typical Use Cases

• Automating multi-step business processes where each step requires different expertise.
• Building AI-driven pipelines where outputs from one task feed into the next.
• Managing teams of AI agents collaboratively working toward a larger goal.

The Sequential Task component is an essential building block for anyone designing structured, reliable, and scalable AI workflows.