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This paper examines Hybrid Multi-Agent Systems, integrating both human and non-human intelligent agents, as a new subject of management research. It presents original definitions of key concepts: intelligent agents, artificial intelligent agents, and Hybrid Multi-Agent Systems. These definitions are grounded in Distributed Artificial Intelligence and provide a foundation for exploring the collaboration between human and artificial intelligent agents. The study addresses fundamental research questions regarding the nature of intelligent agents and their role within Multi-Agent Systems, proposing Hybrid Multi-Agent Systems as a novel framework that allows for seamless cooperation between human and non-human entities. Through a narrative literature review, this paper highlights the potential implications of Hybrid Multi-Agent Systems for scientific research in management, offering a conceptual basis for future research in this evolving field.
Author: Rafal Labedzki
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