ERP*AI Launches Proto Desktop Agent for Workflow Automation
The alpha software allows users to build custom business applications and automate reporting using plain-language instructions.
Updated on Oct. 23, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence
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ERP*AI has released an alpha version of Proto, a desktop agent designed to automate business workflows and generate no-code applications from user requests. The software is currently available for free download and integrates with local files, web apps, and ERP*AI systems.
Why it matters
Proto aims to minimize manual document handling and reporting by allowing users to build custom dashboards and automated workflows through plain-language prompts. This deployment marks a shift toward accessible, agentic process automation that operates directly within existing user permission boundaries.
The platform operates using a token-based credit system priced at 1 US dollar per credit, with an additional 8% agent fee applied to specific external API connections. Users can leverage existing model providers via API keys or utilize ERP*AI's managed infrastructure.
The players
ERP*AI
A software provider focused on enterprise automation, record systems, and agent-based process integration.
The details
Proto functions by interpreting plain-language instructions to build native applications featuring structured tables and automated dashboards. The agent performs tasks under the specific permission levels already assigned to the individual user account. It offers two distinct operational modes: an uninterrupted automated mode for high-volume tasks and a user-approval mode for sensitive operations.
Timeline
October 23, 2026: ERP*AI released the Proto desktop agent in alpha.
The Tech Race
Proto competes within the crowded field of agentic automation tools that seek to replace manual spreadsheet and reporting tasks. It marks a significant effort to bridge the gap between general-purpose language models and specialized, permission-gated enterprise business systems.
The alpha software is available for free download, allowing users to automate reporting and document tasks immediately. Interested users should note that enterprise-grade support is currently unavailable, and they will need to monitor costs associated with API-based model connections.
The takeaway
The alpha phase provides an early testbed for users looking to replace manual reporting with automated agents. Observers should track the future release of enterprise service-level agreements to determine if the platform is viable for sensitive or high-scale business environments.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Dynamic Business.
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