An agent design and implementation using XML and RDF technology

Firms basically meet their software requirements in two forms. First one is tomeet the software requirements as the need of software solution arises. Second one isto meet requirements by getting an overall solution proposing software in one time.First method usually causes a need of integrations among software systems. Secondmethod causes frequent customizations as the needs of firm changes.This study proposes a solution for integrations and customizations of softwaresystems. It aims to present a solution model for bettering the inter business processes.The model is based on the agent paradigm. As to this model, basically the interbusiness actors are determined. Agents, representing these actors, are created.Proposed model does not present an overall solution. The model wraps the presentapplications in firms. It aims to increase the benefits of the present systems and theirrightly usages according to the evolving needs.In this direction this model is implemented for a firm in production sector. Thesystem getting developed for the firm aims to speed up the production planningprocesses.Keywords: agent, multi-agent system, agent based workflow management system,agent based process management system.