Cut Agent Tokens by 2.7x Using an Open Harness
blaizedsouza · x · 2026-08-26
This article analyzes where tokens are actually consumed in production agents and introduces an open-source solution to reduce waste. By optimizing the harness logic outside the execution loop—such as context management and state tracking—it achieves a 2.7x reduction in token usage. The post details four specific strategies for developers to lower costs.
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