The five layers of agentic context

· · Oct. 6, 2026, 11:07 p.m.
DIGITALSTRATEGY Guide context Systems Thinking Cognitive Processes Mental Models
Summary
The blog post discusses a mental model in which agents rely on five distinct layers of context—canon, records, process, situation, and memory—to enhance understanding and interaction within systems.
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