What is MCP?

Explained

The Model Context Protocol (MCP) standardizes how agents discover and call tools, files, and APIs—reducing bespoke integrations. It accelerates secure, composable agent architectures in the enterprise.

Decision guides that use this term

• Build vs buy AI agents: which agents should you own, and which should you rent?
• MCP vs custom API integrations: how should your AI agents connect to your systems?

Further reading

• Enterprise AI Strategy: The New Moat Beyond the API

Related terms

• Copilot AI assistant integrated into workflows that helps users with tasks (code, writing, data).
• Digital Human 3D avatar with conversational AI that represents a brand or service.
• Digital Twin Live virtual model of a physical asset or process fed by real-time data.
• Knowledge Base Structured repository of information; base of RAG systems and assistants.
• Platform Infrastructure that centralizes models, agents, and workflows; e.g., Synapse.
• Synapse Thinkia's agentic platform; orchestrates agents, models, and workflows.