agent-handoff-protocols

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SKILL.md

Agent-to-Agent Handoff Protocols

Overview

In a multi-agent system, agents need to hand off tasks — and context — to each other seamlessly. A broken handoff means lost context, frustrated users, and failed workflows. This skill covers structured protocols for passing control between agents, handling escalations, and maintaining continuity across agent boundaries.


Core Concepts

When Handoffs Happen

Scenario From To Why
Escalation Tier-1 agent Tier-2 specialist Task exceeds capability
Specialization Router agent Domain expert Task matches expertise
Supervision Sub-agent Supervisor Needs approval or guidance
Recovery Failed agent Fallback agent Primary agent broken
Load shedding Overloaded agent Idle agent Balance workload
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May 16, 2026
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