AI agents may gain more power than companies intended
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Many IT managers in Sweden are now using AI agents, that is, programs that can carry out tasks on their own. According to an article in Computer Sweden, there is a risk that these agents gain greater authority than companies have actually decided. This often happens not through a single major decision, but gradually, as new rights are added in small steps.
It is unlikely that few IT managers would choose to give an AI agent extensive access to the company's systems all at once. The problem instead arises when the agent gains access to more programs, files or functions over time. Each individual step may seem small and reasonable, but together they can give the agent far more control than anyone intended from the start.
For companies, this means it is important to regularly check which rights their AI agents have. Experts often recommend giving agents only the authority needed for their specific task. By following up on and documenting changes, companies can detect undesirable developments in time.
The article shows that AI tools are quickly becoming a natural part of Swedish companies' IT environments. It is therefore of great importance that both technical staff and management have control over how these systems are used.
Sources: Computer Sweden
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