Run Claude Managed Agents with Chat SDK

Vercel has integrated Claude Managed Agents with its Chat SDK, allowing developers to deploy agent-based applications such as Slack research bots. The service handles the agent loop server-side, including model interactions, tool usage, session state, and sandboxed web research, reducing backend infrastructure requirements. Each conversation thread maintains a persistent session, enabling continuous context across interactions without manual state management on the developer's end.

The integration supports token-by-token streaming, where responses render in real-time as the model generates them, alongside an activity feed that displays tool calls and model requests during each turn. This transparency allows users to trace the agent's decision-making process within the chat interface. The system eliminates the need for developers to maintain their own database for session storage, as conversations are stored server-side and accessible for sidebar summaries, transcripts, and replay features.

Portability is a key feature, with agents designed to work across over 30 platforms including Teams, Google Chat, Discord, and WhatsApp. Developers can switch platforms by modifying only a few lines in the handler code, simplifying multi-platform deployment. The announcement emphasizes reduced operational overhead while maintaining consistent agent behavior across different environments.

The update follows Vercel's broader push to expand its AI tooling ecosystem, aligning with the growing demand for agent-based workflows in enterprise and developer tools. The integration is available immediately for developers using the Chat SDK, with documentation and examples provided to facilitate adoption.