Retrieve a department's details and its current employees by providing a department ID.
Get detailed information about a department including its current employees.
:param department_id: The department ID (DEPTID)
:return: Department details and employee list
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| department_id | Yes |
Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?
No annotations exist, and the description does not disclose behavior traits like read-only, side effects, or authorization needs. It is implicitly a read operation but not explicit.
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?
Short and to the point, with no unnecessary information. Could be slightly more structured but efficient.
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?
The description lacks details on what exactly 'department details' and 'employee list' contain. No output schema exists to compensate, leaving the agent with incomplete information.
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 description adds meaning to the only parameter by stating it is the department ID (DEPTID), going beyond the schema which only defines type. Schema coverage is 0%, so this is valuable.
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 states it gets department details and employees, which is clear. However, it does not differentiate from sibling tools like get_employee or get_org_chart.
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 on when to use this tool versus alternatives, no prerequisites or context provided.
Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.
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