IDC：未来5年全球活跃Agent数据将呈现爆发式增长

Core Insights - The number of active agents is projected to increase from approximately 28.6 million in 2025 to 2.216 billion by 2030, representing a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 139% [1] - The frequency of task execution by agents is expected to surge from 44 billion tasks in 2025 to 415 trillion tasks by 2030, with a staggering CAGR of 524% [5] - Annual token consumption is anticipated to leap from 0.0005 PetaTokens in 2025 to 152,667 PetaTokens by 2030, reflecting a CAGR of 3418% [6] Growth of Agent Types - In-application agents are embedded within existing SaaS or software products, offering low barriers to entry and controlled deployment costs, making them a primary choice for SMEs [13] - Standalone agents are independent products capable of executing complex tasks across systems, with increasing demand as businesses seek to solve intricate problems [14] - Custom configured agents are built by employees using low-code/no-code platforms, allowing rapid assembly without extensive coding knowledge, expected to dominate agent deployment by 2030 [15][16] - Bespoke agents are developed for specific industries or complex needs, focusing on high-value tasks with stringent security and compliance requirements, representing a growth in value density rather than quantity [17] Strategic Considerations - Companies must consider sustainable operational cost models and scalable technological infrastructure when planning their agent strategies [9] - The complexity of decision-making and calling chains will increase, necessitating higher demands for real-time performance, stability, and cost control [7][8]