Custom Integrations via MCP

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	- Standardized integration deployment - Centralized management - Company-wide policies	- Consistent AI experience - Simplified compliance - Shared resources - Central control
User MCP	- Personal integration selection - Custom integrations	- Workflow flexibility - Task optimization - Experimentation freedom - Personal preferences

Feature Integration

DarcyIQ Chat Integration

• MCP Integrations are immediately available (and automatically selectd) within DarcyIQ Chat upon configuration.

AI Workflows Integration

• MCP Integrations are immediately available, but must be selected and saved within a Workflow.

• Workflows require a MCP/Integration be selected as to enforce good behavior and task outcomes for a Workflow

Setup Process

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

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)

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

Technical Requirements

Component	Requirement	Purpose
Server	MCP-compliant implementation	Core functionality
Network	DarcyIQ connectivity	Service access
Security	Authentication credentials	Access control

Best Practices

Area	Recommendations	Impact
MCP Selection (many MCP servers are available online)	- Match MCP to tasks - Consider performance needs - Consider the security profile of the MCP server	Optimal performance and reliability
Workflow Optimization	- Pre-deployment testing - Performance monitoring - Configuration tuning	Maximum workflow effectiveness

Learn More

For detailed technical specifications and implementation guides, visit:

• MCP Protocol Specification
• Implementation Examples
• Best Practices Guide