# Craftboxx MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Craftboxx. Connect your AI agent to your craft business operations to manage orders, schedule field work, and track resources like vehicles and materials. It puts your business data directly into your chat interface so you can manage your trade business without constantly switching tabs. ## Overview - **Category:** erp-operations - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_8XyZNh3O5XnFo0QYVJUNmAIQ3m20Pog4cK3LJ2v9/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** resource-management, scheduling, order-tracking, appointment-booking, craft-business ## Description Managing a craft business usually means jumping between different tabs to see who's on site, what materials are left in the truck, and which orders are actually getting paid for. It's a mess. This Connector changes that by letting you talk to your Craftboxx account like it's a coworker. Instead of digging through a dashboard, you just ask your AI agent for the status of a specific project or if a certain machine is available for a job tomorrow. You can pull up customer lists, check employee schedules, or see your high-level business stats without ever leaving your chat window. It's about getting the right info at the right time so you can actually run your business instead of just managing spreadsheets. Because Vinkius hosts this connection, you can plug it into your existing workflow and start getting answers in seconds. It handles the heavy lifting of data retrieval so you can focus on the actual work on the ground. ## Tools ### list_tasks List all open and completed tasks. Use this to track progress on specific jobs and keep the team accountable. ### create_order Create a new craft order. This lets you add new jobs to your system using natural language to save time on manual entry. ### list_orders List all craft orders in Craftboxx. This gives you a bird's-eye view of every job currently in your system. ### list_vehicles_resources List vehicles, machines, and other resources. See what equipment is ready to go for your next logistics plan. ### get_business_stats Retrieve high-level statistics for your business. Use this to see how the company is performing at a glance. ### get_order_details Get details for a specific craft order. This pulls up all the specifics for a single job to keep your team aligned. ### list_appointments List scheduled appointments and field work. Use this to see your daily schedule and prevent double-booking your crew. ### list_customers List customers and business partners. This gives you a quick way to find contact info or history for any client. ### list_employees List all employees and team members. Use this to see who's on the roster and help with planning shifts. ### list_materials List materials and inventory items. This shows you what's in stock so you know if you need to order more supplies. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Show me the schedule for the plumbing team for tomorrow. ``` **Response:** ``` Here is the schedule for the plumbing team for tomorrow: | Time | Appointment | Details | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 08:00 | Site Survey | ID: 124 - Main St | | 11:30 | Maintenance Check | ID: 125 - Oak Ave | | 14:00 | Customer Consultation | ID: 123 - Pine Ln | Would you like me to pull up the contact details for any of these? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Do we have any trucks available for a job in the north zone? ``` **Response:** ``` I checked the fleet status for you. Here is what's available: - **Sprinter - B-CX 101**: Available (Located at Central Depot) - **Van - A-CX 05**: In Progress (Estimated completion 14:00) - **Truck - C-CX 22**: Available (Located at North Depot) The Sprinter is currently the best fit for the north zone. ``` **Prompt:** ``` What are our top 3 pending orders right now? ``` **Response:** ``` Here are the three most recent pending orders: 1. **Roof Repair - Main St** (Status: Pending Materials) 2. **Electrical Wiring - Office Block** (Status: Scheduled) 3. **HVAC Install - 5th Ave** (Status: Awaiting Approval) I can get more details on any of these if you need. ``` ## Capabilities ### Create new craft orders Add a new job to your system using natural language instead of filling out web forms. ### Check business performance Get a high-level summary of your company's stats and performance metrics instantly. ### Look up specific order details Pull up all the specific information for a single craft job with one request. ### View scheduled field work See who is where and when for all upcoming appointments and jobs. ### List all customers Access your full directory of business partners and customers through chat. ### Manage employee lists See who is on your team and check their availability for upcoming projects. ### Track material inventory Check what supplies you have in stock before heading out to a job site. ### View all craft orders Get a bird's-eye view of every job currently in your Craftboxx system. ### Monitor vehicle and machine status See which vehicles and machines are ready for use or currently in progress. ### Track open and completed tasks Keep tabs on what needs to get done today and what's already been finished. ## Use Cases ### Checking fleet availability A manager needs to know if a truck is free for a new job. They ask the agent for vehicle status using `list_vehicles_resources`. ### Quick business health checks A business owner wants a summary of the week. They ask for high-level stats using `get_business_stats` to see the latest numbers. ### On-site material verification A project lead is on-site and needs to know if they have enough lumber. They ask the agent to check `list_materials`. ### Adding a new plumbing repair A dispatcher needs to add a new job. They tell the agent to use `create_order` with the customer's info to skip the manual form. ## Benefits - Stop hunting through dashboards by using `list_orders` to see every active job in one place. - Get instant answers on equipment availability with `list_vehicles_resources` so you don't double-book your fleet. - See your company's health immediately using `get_business_stats` without waiting for a weekly report. - Keep your crew on schedule by checking `list_appointments` to see exactly who is where today. - Save time on new jobs by using `create_order` to add work to the system via a simple chat prompt. - Track your supplies more accurately with `list_materials` to ensure you never run out of key components. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a conversational interface for your entire craft business backend. 1. Connect the Craftboxx integration to your AI client. 2. Provide your Craftboxx API Key from your account settings. 3. Start asking your agent about orders, schedules, or inventory. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can Craftboxx MCP help me manage my fleet?** Yes, it lets you see vehicle status and locations instantly. You can ask your agent to check what equipment is ready for use or where your trucks are currently located. **How does Craftboxx MCP work with my current AI?** It connects directly to your Craftboxx account via an API key. Once connected, your AI agent can read and write data to your business dashboard using natural language. **Can I use Craftboxx MCP to see my inventory?** Yes, you can check your material inventory through chat. Your agent can list your current supplies so you know exactly what you have on hand before heading to a job. **Is Craftboxx MCP good for small craft businesses?** It is perfect for small businesses. It gives owners a way to check stats, orders, and schedules quickly without needing to be a tech expert or spend hours in a dashboard. **Can I add new jobs through the AI?** Yes, you can use the AI to create new craft orders. You just tell your agent the job details, and it will add the new order to your Craftboxx system for you. **How do I get a Craftboxx API Key?** Log in to your Craftboxx account, navigate to **Settings > API**, and you can generate or retrieve your API Key from that section. **Can I assign tasks to employees?** Yes, you can use the create_order tool or list employees to see who is available and manage task distribution through conversational commands. **Does Craftboxx support resource management?** Yes, the integration allows you to list company resources like vehicles and machines, helping you track their allocation to different orders or appointments.