get_industry_overview

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are present, so the description must convey behavioral traits. It only states 'retrieve an overview', implying a read-only operation, but does not disclose any potential side effects, authentication requirements, rate limits, or data freshness. The description adds minimal transparency beyond the tool's name.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is very short (one sentence), front-loading the purpose. It is concise and to the point, but the extreme brevity sacrifices useful context. Still, it earns a high score for lack of fluff.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the tool's simplicity (single parameter, likely a straightforward fetch) and the presence of an output schema (not shown but indicated), the description is minimally adequate. However, it does not clarify what 'overview' entails (e.g., textual summary, key metrics), leaving the agent uncertain about the return type beyond the schema.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0% parameter description coverage, so the description should compensate. However, it merely repeats the parameter name 'industry' without adding meaning or constraints (e.g., valid industry names, format). The parameter is self-explanatory, but the description fails to provide any additional value over the raw schema.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the verb 'Retrieve' and the resource 'overview of a specific industry'. It is distinct from sibling tools like 'get_sector_overview' which targets sectors, but it does not explicitly differentiate itself from other industry-related tools like 'get_industry_top_companies'. The purpose is clear but lacks specificity on what the overview contains.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives. Sibling tools include many related functions (e.g., 'get_industry_top_companies', 'get_sector_overview'), but the description does not clarify scenarios where this is the best choice or when to avoid it.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.