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What changed in the AWS Step Functions integration?

AWS says existing Standard and Express workflows can be exposed as tools through Amazon Bedrock AgentCore Gateway. An agent can select a workflow and pass input, while Step Functions runs the workflow's defined steps.

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AWS Step Functions Gives AI Agents a Safer Door Into Existing Workflows

AWS now exposes Step Functions workflows as AgentCore Gateway tools. The agent can choose a workflow and input; the state machine still controls execution.

Crashtech Editorial November 5, 2026 System Design & Architecture

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