What must be validated before deploying an agent from sandbox to production in Agentforce?

When deploying an agent from a sandbox to a production environment in Agentforce, it is crucial to validate the performance of the agent in the sandbox environment. This step ensures that the agent operates correctly and meets the expected performance standards before it is made available to real users.

Testing in the sandbox allows for identifying any potential issues in a controlled setting where developers and testers can assess how well the agent functions under various scenarios, handle expected user interactions, and ensure the accuracy of responses. By validating the agent's performance, you can confirm that it is reliable and effective in meeting user needs, thereby enhancing user satisfaction and reducing the chances of disruptions once deployed in a live environment.

Other aspects such as popularity among users, integration with external software, and cost-effectiveness may be relevant considerations, but they do not directly assess the core functionality and reliability of the agent itself, which is critical for successful deployment.