What is a runbook?

The operating specification for an agent: steps, systems, inputs and outputs, approval points, and evaluation criteria.

A runbook is the operating specification for an agent. It records the steps to follow, systems it may use, inputs and expected outputs, approval points, and evaluation criteria. Business and technical owners can review the same specification before the agent runs.

Written for people using context, developers, it and security. Last reviewed 2026-09-15.

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