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# The Missing Infrastructure for AI Agents

Why do impressive AI agents fail in production? Uncover the five core infrastructure components required to securely scale, monitor, and optimize autonomous enterprise workflows.

- **Speakers:** [Chris Waterson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/@james-everingham)
- **Event:** World Congress 2026 North America
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Duration:** 22:40
- **URL:** https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100436-the-missing-infrastructure-for-ai-agents
- **Thumbnail URL:** https://customer-goifxnzhrq3d0d54.cloudflarestream.com/1a348c0fe3e48969bebbe493ef29844d/thumbnails/thumbnail.jpg?time=112881ms

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