Agent Delegation vs Agent Impersonation: What’s the Difference?

Agent delegation and Agent impersonation may sound similar, but they represent opposite governance models in Agentic AI systems. One preserves identity and accountability. The other collapses it. This guide explains the architectural difference and why it matters.
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First published: 2026-03-02      |      Last updated: 2026-03-02
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