{"name":"Agency AI Agent Platform Scorecard","url":"https://agnt.one/checklists/agency-ai-agent-platform","jsonUrl":"https://agnt.one/checklists/agency-ai-agent-platform/scorecard.json","publisher":"Agent One","category":"agent-as-marketing for agencies","lastReviewed":"2026-07-08","methodology":"A 100-point rubric for evaluating whether an AI agent platform can support repeatable agency delivery, client-visible proof, lead capture, reporting, public proof safety, and answer-engine extraction.","measurementTechnique":"Editorial scoring rubric based on public platform capabilities, Agent One product requirements, aggregate first-party demand analysis, and public-proof safety rules. It is not computed from customer reviews.","totalPoints":100,"ratingPolicy":"This is an evaluation rubric, not an aggregate rating claim. 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