Session Abstract

This session explores advanced design patterns for building resilient multi-agent systems in Microsoft Copilot Studio, focusing on nested (child) agents, connected agents, Agent-to-Agent (A2A) collaboration, and MCP-enabled autonomous agents. Participants will learn how to model roles, capabilities, and boundaries across agents, implement planner/executor and supervisor/child topologies, and apply guardrails for safe scaling. Key topics include: Nested Agents: Lifecycle management, context scoping, memory sharing, and escalation strategies. Connected Agents: Designing stable contracts for plugins/connectors and managing capability registries. A2A Collaboration: Message routing, negotiation, and observability practices for reliable handoffs. MCP Integration: Leveraging Model Context Protocol for capability discovery, permissioning, and safe autonomy. Governance & Safety: Least-privilege design, auditability, and rollout strategies to minimize risk. By the end of the session, attendees will be equipped to design robust multi-agent architectures, enable scalable collaboration, integrate MCP tools, and apply testing and observability practices to improve outcomes. Audience: Solution architects, developers, and technical leads working on Copilot Studio or multi-agent systems. Level: Intermediate with advanced design patterns.

Holger Imbery

Code Fanatic | Low Code Hacker | Microsoft Power Platform & Azure Architect | Principal Architect | Microsoft MVP (Copilot Studio) | MCT | PSM1 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. I specialize in architecting secure, scalable, and ethically grounded solutions using Microsoft Azure, Power Platform, and Copilot Studio. My work includes designing agentic AI solutions, agents, cognitive services, and conversational AI systems that integrate seamlessly into enterprise ecosystems. I've delivered robotic process automation (RPA) solutions using Power Automate that are efficient, cost-effective, and user-centric. Through hands-on leadership, I've defined go-to-market strategies for AI-powered workforce transformation, aligned technical architectures with evolving market needs, and driven customer enablement through workshops, executive briefings, and solution design sessions. I regularly deliver "Agent in a Day" workshops to accelerate adoption and empower teams.