Chapter 21

Programming of Multiagent Applications with JIAC

Marco Lützenberger; Thomas Konnerth; Tobias Küster    Technische Universität Berlin, DAI-Labor, Berlin, Germany

Abstract

Given the complexity of software development, it is only natural that industrial players are doubtful about new development paradigms and technologies and would rather stick to well-established mechanisms. This phenomenon may explain why there are very few serious applications of agent technology in industrial software development processes. Furthermore, most available agent frameworks were developed to answer research questions and were not designed for industrial appliances. Thus, it is difficult for industrial stakeholders to see the benefit of using agent technology. ...

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