# MCP Framework

Model Context Protocol (MCP) enables you to bring your own integrations to DarcyIQ, offering flexibility at both organizational and user levels.

## Integration Levels

| Level                  | Features                                                                                            | Benefits                                                                                                    |
| ---------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Organizational MCP** | <p>- Standardized integration deployment<br>- Centralized management<br>- Company-wide policies</p> | <p>- Consistent AI experience<br>- Simplified compliance<br>- Shared resources<br>- Central control</p>     |
| **User MCP**           | <p>- Personal integration selection<br>- Custom integrations</p>                                    | <p>- Workflow flexibility<br>- Task optimization<br>- Experimentation freedom<br>- Personal preferences</p> |

## Setup Process

| Step                      | Actions                                                                                | Requirements                                                    |
| ------------------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **1. Server Setup**       | <p>- Configure MCP server<br>- Set up authentication<br>- Deploy models</p>            | <p>- MCP-compliant server<br>- Authentication system</p>        |
| **2. DarcyIQ Connection** | <p>- Access integration settings<br>- Configure MCP details<br>- Test connectivity</p> | <p>- Admin access<br>- Server details<br>- Test credentials</p> |
| **3. Configuration**      | <p>- Set default models<br>- Configure routing<br>- Define fallbacks</p>               | <p>- Model preferences<br>- Routing rules<br>- Backup plans</p> |

## MCP Authentication

DarcyIQ accepts the following requirements for an MCP server:

* A remote SSE endpoint
* One of Four Authentication requirements
  * No Auth (not recommended)
  * Basic User Auth (username/password)
  * Bearer Token Auth (provide a single token for DarcyIQ to use)
  * API Key (Access key / Secret key configuration)
  * OAuth (coming soon)

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The Authentication you select much match the requirements of the MCP server you are connecting to.
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## Learn More

For detailed technical specifications and implementation guides, visit:

* [MCP Protocol Specification](https://modelcontextprotocol.io)
* [Implementation Examples](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/examples)
* [Best Practices Guide](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/best-practices)


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