Demystifying Agentic AI: Separating Hype from Reality

10th June 2025

by Chris Martin

In February, we looked at how Netcall’s Liberty platform uses agentic frameworks to transform business operations. As the term is gaining a lot of traction across many sectors, it’s time to cut through the noise, so this blog delves deeper into what agentic AI truly involves and looks at what this technology really means for your organisation.

Understanding agentic AI

Agentic AI refers to systems capable of autonomous decision-making and task execution without constant human oversight. Think of it as an efficient expert working on your task (that never sleeps).

Unlike traditional automation, which follows predefined rules, agentic AI adapts to dynamic environments, learning and evolving over time. It can make decisions, adapt on the fly and handle curveballs, working through the more automatable tasks in the background and only bringing you in when you are needed.  This capability to learn from experience and improve over time allows for more nuanced and efficient handling of complex tasks.

The allure and misconceptions

Everyone’s jumping on the AI bandwagon and the rapid advancement of agentic AI has led to a surge in its adoption claims. But not all claims are created equal.

Many organisations tout agentic capabilities, yet often these are limited to basic automation or scripted responses. True agentic AI involves a higher level of autonomy and adaptability, characteristics that are not easily achieved. It’s like the difference between a GPS that just gives directions versus one that reroutes you around traffic, suggests better routes based on your driving habits and learns your preferences over time.

Why agentic AI?

The value of agentic AI lies in its ability to enhance workflows with flexibility and responsiveness. This when the magic happens, when your systems become genuinely responsive rather than just reactive.

Unlike rigid rule-based systems, agentic AI can interpret natural language, make context-aware decisions and access a wide range of predefined tools. Imagine workflows that understand context, interpret what people actually mean (not literal explanations) and tap into your existing tools seamlessly. All this is within the Liberty platform. While some setup is required (it isn’t real magic), the design enables broader coverage of edge cases without mapping out every scenario in advance.

This translates to some compelling advantages:

  • Faster deployment
  • Natural conversations – teams don’t have to learn special commands or navigate complex interfaces
  • Lower change overheads
  • Smarter decision-making – as context is considered
  • Flexibility – when faced with something unexpected, it finds a solution with available resources
  • People are kept central to the process, while inefficiencies are removed via intelligent automation.

Netcall’s distinctive approach

At Netcall, we recognise the transformative potential of genuine agentic AI. Our Liberty platform integrates a suite of tools designed to deliver authentic agentic functionalities:

  • Liberty Create: Empowers users to develop applications that can adapt to changing requirements without extensive coding knowledge
  • Liberty Converse: Enhances customer engagement through intelligent routing and context-aware interactions
  • Liberty RPA: Automates repetitive tasks while allowing for dynamic decision-making processes.
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“Our extensive experience across sectors, including local government, healthcare, retail, finance and insurance, positions us uniquely to implement agentic AI solutions which are both effective and compliant with industry standards.”

Chris Martin

Product Owner – Liberty AI, Netcall

Agentic AI in action: Practical illustrations

Let’s look at some scenarios across various sectors, which illustrate how AI agents autonomously select and execute functions, streamlining complex workflows and enhancing efficiency.

Healthcare: Streamlined patient discharge coordination

Scenario: A hospital aims to optimise patient discharge processes to reduce bed occupancy rates.

Agentic AI workflow:

1. Function selection: The AI agent accesses functions to:

  • Review patient medical records
  • Check availability of community care services
  • Schedule follow-up appointments
  • Arrange transportation.

2. Execution: The agent autonomously:

  • Identifies patients ready for discharge
  • Coordinates with community services for continued care
  • Books necessary appointments and transportation.

3. Human-in-the-loop: Healthcare staff are notified to review and approve the discharge plan before finalisation.

Benefit: This enhances efficiency in patient discharges, freeing up hospital beds and ensuring continuity of care.

Local government: Automated permit processing

Scenario: A local council needs to speed up building permit approvals.

Agentic AI workflow:

1. Function selection: The AI agent utilises functions to:

  • Validate application completeness
  • Cross-reference zoning regulations
  • Assess environmental impact
  • Schedule inspections.

2. Execution: The agent processes applications by:

  • Ensuring all required documents are submitted
  • Verifying compliance with local regulations
  • Coordinating inspection schedules.

3. Human-in-the-loop: Planning officers receive summarised reports for final approval.

Benefit: This reduces processing time for permits, which improves service delivery to residents and developers.

Finance: Personalised investment portfolio management

Scenario: A bank offers clients tailored investment strategies.

Agentic AI workflow:

1. Function selection: The AI agent selects functions to:

  • Analyse market trends
  • Assess client risk profiles
  • Rebalance portfolios.

2. Execution: The agent:

  • Monitors financial markets in real-time
  • Adjusts investment portfolios to align with client goals and market conditions.

3. Human-in-the-loop: Financial advisors are alerted to significant changes and can provide additional insights to clients.

Benefit: This delivers dynamic investment strategies, which enhanced customer experience and trust.

Insurance: Efficient claims processing

Scenario: An insurance company needs faster claims handling.

Agentic AI workflow:

1. Function selection: The AI agent accesses functions to:

  • Validate claim information
  • Detect potential fraud
  • Calculate claim payouts.

2. Execution: The agent:

  • Reviews submitted claims for completeness and accuracy
  • Flags suspicious claims for further investigation
  • Processes legitimate claims promptly.

3. Human-in-the-loop: Claims adjusters review flagged cases and oversee high-value claims.

Benefit: Claims adjusters review flagged cases and oversee high-value claims.

Balancing technical excellence with accessibility

While our solutions are rooted in advanced technology, we prioritise user-friendly interfaces and clear communication. By demystifying agentic AI, we aim to make its benefits accessible to a broader audience, ensuring that stakeholders – from technical teams to investors – understand its value proposition.

As agentic AI continues to evolve, distinguishing between superficial implementations and genuine capabilities becomes increasingly important. Netcall remains committed to delivering authentic, effective agentic AI solutions, leveraging our robust platform and cross-industry expertise to drive meaningful innovation.

Keep in touch for more updates as we release them. Netcall customers can find out more about what we have up our sleeves and plan to rollout over the coming months in Netcall: Now & Next.

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