arcee-ai/Arcee-Agent

Arcee Agent is a cutting-edge 7B parameter language model specifically designed for function calling and tool use. Initialized from Qwen2-7B, it rivals the performance of much larger models while maintaining efficiency and speed. This model is particularly suited for developers, researchers, and businesses looking to implement sophisticated AI-driven solutions without the computational overhead of larger language models. Compute for training Arcee-Agent was provided by CrusoeAI. Arcee-Agent was trained using Spectrum.

GGUFs are available from CrusoeAI.

Key Features

1. Advanced Function Calling: Arcee Agent excels at interpreting, executing, and chaining function calls. This capability allows it to interact seamlessly with a wide range of external tools, APIs, and services.

2. Multiple Format Support: The model is compatible with various tool use formats, including:

   • Glaive FC v2
   • Salesforce
   • Agent-FLAN

Arcee-Agent performs best when using the VLLM OpenAI FC format, but it also excels with prompt-based solutions. Agent-Spark can accommodate any specific use case or infrastructure needs you may have.

4. Dual-Mode Functionality:

   • Tool Router: Arcee Agent can serve as intelligent middleware, analyzing requests and efficiently routing them to appropriate tools or larger language models for processing.
   • Standalone Chat Agent: Despite its focus on function calling, Arcee Agent is capable of engaging in human-like conversations and completing a wide range of tasks independently.

5. Unparalleled Speed and Efficiency: With its 7B parameter architecture, Arcee Agent delivers rapid response times and efficient processing, making it suitable for real-time applications and resource-constrained environments.

6. Competitive Performance: In function calling and tool use tasks, Arcee Agent competes with the capabilities of models many times its size, offering a cost-effective solution for businesses and developers.

Detailed Function Calling and Tool Use Capabilities

Arcee Agent's function calling and tool use capabilities open up a world of possibilities for AI-driven applications. Here's a deeper look at what you can achieve:

1. API Integration: Seamlessly interact with external APIs, allowing your applications to:

   • Fetch real-time data (e.g., stock prices, weather information)
   • Post updates to social media platforms
   • Send emails or SMS messages
   • Interact with IoT devices

2. Database Operations: Execute complex database queries and operations through natural language commands, enabling:

   • Data retrieval and analysis
   • Record updates and insertions
   • Schema modifications

3. Code Generation and Execution: Generate and run code snippets in various programming languages, facilitating:

   • Quick prototyping
   • Automated code review
   • Dynamic script generation for data processing

4. Multi-step Task Execution: Chain multiple functions together to complete complex tasks, such as:

   • Booking travel arrangements (flights, hotels, car rentals)
   • Generating comprehensive reports from multiple data sources
   • Automating multi-stage business processes

Business Use Cases

Arcee Agent's unique capabilities make it an invaluable asset for businesses across various industries. Here are some specific use cases:

1. Customer Support Automation:

   • Implement AI-driven chatbots that handle complex customer inquiries and support tickets.
   • Automate routine support tasks such as password resets, order tracking, and FAQ responses.
   • Integrate with CRM systems to provide personalized customer interactions based on user history.

2. Sales and Marketing Automation:

   • Automate lead qualification and follow-up using personalized outreach based on user behavior.
   • Generate dynamic marketing content tailored to specific audiences and platforms.
   • Analyze customer feedback from various sources to inform marketing strategies.

3. Operational Efficiency:

   • Automate administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and report generation.
   • Implement intelligent assistants for real-time data retrieval and analysis from internal databases.
   • Streamline project management with automated task assignment and progress tracking.

4. Financial Services Automation:

   • Automate financial reporting and compliance checks.
   • Implement AI-driven financial advisors for personalized investment recommendations.
   • Integrate with financial APIs to provide real-time market analysis and alerts.

5. Healthcare Solutions:

   • Automate patient record management and data retrieval for healthcare providers.

6. E-commerce Enhancements:

   • Create intelligent product recommendation systems based on user preferences and behavior.
   • Automate inventory management and supply chain logistics.
   • Implement AI-driven pricing strategies and promotional campaigns.

7. Human Resources Automation:

   • Automate candidate screening and ranking based on resume analysis and job requirements.
   • Implement virtual onboarding assistants to guide new employees through the onboarding process.
   • Analyze employee feedback and sentiment to inform HR policies and practices.

8. Legal Services Automation:

   • Automate contract analysis and extraction of key legal terms and conditions.
   • Implement AI-driven tools for legal research and case law summarization.
   • Develop virtual legal assistants to provide preliminary legal advice and document drafting.

9. Educational Tools:

   • Create personalized learning plans and content recommendations for students.
   • Automate grading and feedback for assignments and assessments.

10. Manufacturing and Supply Chain Automation:

    • Optimize production schedules and inventory levels using real-time data analysis.
    • Implement predictive maintenance for machinery and equipment.
    • Automate quality control processes through data-driven insights.

Benchmarking

Intended Uses

Arcee Agent is designed for a wide range of applications where efficient function calling and tool use are crucial. Some potential use cases include:

• Developing sophisticated chatbots and virtual assistants with advanced tool integration
• Creating efficient middleware for routing and preprocessing requests to larger language models
• Implementing AI-driven process automation in resource-constrained environments
• Prototyping and testing complex tool-use scenarios without the need for more computationally expensive models
• Building interactive documentation systems that can execute code examples in real-time
• Developing intelligent agents for IoT device management and home automation
• Creating AI-powered research assistants for various scientific disciplines

Limitations

While Arcee Agent excels in its specialized areas, users should be aware of its limitations:

• The model's general knowledge and capabilities outside of function calling and tool use may be more limited compared to larger, general-purpose language models.
• Performance in tasks unrelated to its core functionalities may not match that of models with more diverse training.
• As with all language models, outputs should be validated and used responsibly, especially in critical applications.
• The model's knowledge cutoff date may limit its awareness of recent events or technological advancements.

Usage

The model was trained to respect many different formats - but the evals were done with this specific tool template:

In this environment, you have access to a set of tools you can use to answer the user's question.

You may call them like this:
<function_calls>
  <invoke>
    <tool_name>$TOOL_NAME</tool_name>
    <parameters>
      <$PARAMETER_NAME>$PARAMETER_VALUE</$PARAMETER_NAME>
      ...
    </parameters>
  </invoke>
</function_calls>

Here are the tools available:
<tools>