> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://connect.watson-orchestrate.ibm.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Welcome to IBM Agent Connect

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**IBM Agent Connect** is a program designed to help Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) and other partners integrate their solutions with IBM's watsonx Orchestrate platform, enabling seamless collaboration and enhanced productivity for enterprise clients.

## Overview

**IBM Agent Connect** allows partners to create and list their agents and tools on the IBM Cloud Catalog. This integration ensures that clients using watsonx Orchestrate can easily access and purchase partner solutions, driving mutual growth and innovation.

## Benefits

By joining the **Agent Connect** program, you and your company can enjoy the following benefits:

1. **Client Value**: Enhance client solutions by combining IBM's capabilities with partner offerings.
2. **Go-to-Market Channel**: Access IBM's sales team and distribution channels to drive sales of partner agents.
3. **Enterprise Integration**: Inclusion in IBM Consulting transformation projects and enterprise client solutions.
4. **Unified Approach**: Broader selection of agents across different providers, leading to faster time to value and higher productivity.
5. **Diverse Use Cases**: Support for a wide range of use cases, from HR and IT to customer service and collaboration.

## Next Steps

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  <Card title="Getting started" icon="rocket" href="/agent-connect/get-started">
    See how to apply for the Agent Connect program.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Onboard your agent" icon="robot" href="/agent/onboard">
    Learn how to build and onboard your agent in this end-to-end tutorial.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Service Brokers" icon="network-wired" href="/broker/broker">
    Create a service broker to manage your AI product in the watsonx Orchestrate platform.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Pricing and metering" icon="dollar-sign" href="pricing">
    Learn how to define your pricing for listing your AI product in watsonx Orchestrate.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Validating agents" icon="eye" href="evaluate/evaluate">
    Learn how to validate and evaluate agents to check their behavior.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>