Session Abstract

Session Overview Explore proven design patterns for multi‑agent systems in Microsoft Copilot Studio, including nested (child) agents, connected agents, Agent‑to‑Agent (A2A) collaboration, and MCP‑enabled autonomous agents. In this 45‑minute workshop, you’ll learn how to design, compose, and operate resilient multi‑agent solutions. Through reference architectures, live demos, and practical guardrails, we’ll show how to scale from a single copilot to a governed, multi‑agent topology—while maintaining control, observability, and safety. What You’ll Learn * Multi‑Agent Architecture Fundamentals * How to model roles, capabilities, boundaries, and context across agents. * An overview of key architectural patterns such as planner/executor, broker/worker, and supervisor/child topologies. Takeaways By the end of the session, you’ll be able to: Design robust multi‑agent solutions with clear roles, contracts, and governance Implement nested and connected agent patterns that scale without losing control Enable A2A collaboration with traceable handoffs and measurable reliability Integrate MCP tools to systematically extend agent capabilities Apply testing and observability practices to reduce manual intervention and improve outcomes Audience & Level Target Audience: Solution architects, developers, and technical leads building agents in Copilot Studio or scaling toward multi‑agent and autonomous systems Level: Intermediate (with advanced design patterns).

Holger Imbery

As a Principal Architect and Microsoft MVP, I am leading the design and deployment of agentic AI systems that enable autonomous decision-making and intelligent process automation across enterprise environments. My passion lies in helping organizations do more with less - leveraging Microsoft technologies to transform business operations and customer experiences.