Model Context Protocol
Also: MCP, MCP connector
MCP (Model Context Protocol) is an open standard that defines how AI models connect to external data sources and tools. Instead of every developer building their own custom integration, MCP gives a universal interface: if a tool supports MCP, any MCP-compatible AI can use it. Anthropic created and open-sourced it. In practice, MCP is what makes it possible for Claude to connect to your file system, your database, your APIs — in a structured, secure way.
Articles
What MCP actually means for your business (it's not just for developers)
The Model Context Protocol sounds technical. The practical implication is simple: AI tools can now connect to your actual systems in a standardised, safe way. Here's what that unlocks.
MCP for operators: what it means and when you need it
MCP is the plumbing that lets Claude connect to anything. Here is what operators need to understand — and when it becomes relevant for your organisation.