The Right Boundary for Automation

Format conversion, repeated checks, and stable routing are good candidates for automation. When a task involves values, external communication, or irreversible change, the system should stop and return the choice to a person.

Let machines carry repetition and people retain direction.

Provide Understandable Context

Confirmation is more than a yes-or-no prompt. The system should explain the target, impact, and alternatives so a person can decide with enough context.

Keep Change Recoverable

Whenever possible, changes should be traceable and reversible. Recoverable design allows collaboration to become more ambitious without becoming reckless.