# Dada Now MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Dada Now / 达达 is China's primary on-demand delivery platform. It lets you manage shop stations, calculate real-time delivery fees, create orders, and track couriers through your AI client. It's built for merchants who need to handle high-volume local logistics without switching between different portals. ## Overview - **Category:** industry-titans - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_m2HgjEvPzGsDCHLWRJe9rUUIRwEO9AX1R3xEFGCG/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** on-demand-delivery, courier-tracking, logistics-management, order-fulfillment, last-mile-delivery ## Description Dada Now / 达达 lets your AI agent handle the heavy lifting of China's local logistics and on-demand delivery systems. Instead of jumping between different tabs in a developer portal to manage shop stations or check courier progress, you can just tell your agent what needs to happen. You'll be able to register new locations, get instant price quotes for specific routes, and push out new delivery orders in a single conversation. It handles the technical side of connecting to the Dada platform so you can focus on moving products. If you're looking for a way to organize your fulfillment, Vinkius makes it easy to plug this into your existing workflow. It turns a complex logistics backend into a set of direct actions for your agent to execute. You won't have to worry about navigating nested menus or hunting for city codes. Your agent can pull those details instantly to ensure your routing is accurate. You can figure out the cost of a large cargo shipment or check if a transporter picked up a small parcel with one prompt. This setup removes the friction of manual data entry and replaces it with a conversational interface that actually understands your logistics needs. It gives you a way to scale your operations without adding more administrative overhead. ## Tools ### update_shop_info Change the details for an existing shop station. This keeps your contact info and location data current. ### get_shop_detail Pull the metadata for a specific shop station. Use this to verify if a location is currently online. ### list_supported_cities Get a list of all cities and their unique codes. This is essential for accurate routing and expansion planning. ### query_delivery_fee Get a real-time price estimate for a delivery. It considers the route distance and the value of your cargo. ### add_shop Register a new shop station in the Dada system. This lets you quickly expand your reach to new areas. ### cancel_order Stop an existing delivery order. You can specify the reason for the cancellation to keep your records clean. ### create_order Send a new delivery request to the courier network. This handles the core task of getting products to customers. ### get_order_detail Check the current status of a specific delivery. You'll see exactly where the package is in the process. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` How much will it cost to send a 100 CNY package from my shop to a customer in Shanghai? ``` **Response:** ``` I've calculated the delivery fee for that shipment. | Item | Details | | :--- | :--- | | **Route** | Shop to Shanghai | | **Cargo Value** | 100 CNY | | **Estimated Fee** | 12.50 CNY | Would you like me to go ahead and create this delivery order for you? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Is shop SH_STORE_01 currently online? ``` **Response:** ``` I checked the status for shop `SH_STORE_01`. * **Status:** Online * **Location:** Jing'an District, Shanghai * **Contact Person:** Zhang Wei Would you like me to update any of this information? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Give me the status of order ORD88210934. ``` **Response:** ``` Here is the current status for order `ORD88210934`: * **Status:** Transporter Accepted * **Courier:** Wang Ming * **Current Activity:** Picking up items from the shop I'll let you know as soon as the courier starts the delivery. ``` ## Capabilities ### Register new shop stations Add new physical locations to your delivery network instantly. ### Create and cancel delivery orders Place new delivery requests or stop existing ones with specific reasons. ### Get real-time delivery fee estimates Calculate shipping costs based on cargo value and route distance. ### Track courier status See exactly where your transporter is and get their contact info. ### List supported cities Get a full list of available cities and their unique codes for routing. ### Update shop metadata Keep your shop contact info and location details current. ### View order status Check the current progress of any delivery in your system. ## Use Cases ### Getting a quick shipping quote An e-commerce owner asks the agent to find the cost for a 50 CNY item to Shanghai. The agent uses query_delivery_fee and provides the price instantly. ### Checking if a shop is active A manager needs to see if a shop in Jing'an is online. The agent uses get_shop_detail to check the status and contact person. ### Stopping a delivery mid-route A coordinator needs to stop a delivery. The agent uses cancel_order with a specific reason to stop the courier from proceeding. ### Setting up a new distribution hub A merchant wants to register a new station. The agent uses add_shop to create the station and list_supported_cities to confirm the city code. ## Benefits - Get instant delivery price quotes using query_delivery_fee to avoid overpaying on shipping costs. - Track every shipment in real-time with get_order_detail so you know exactly when a package arrives. - Manage multiple shop locations at once using add_shop and update_shop_info without opening a browser. - Expand your reach quickly by using list_supported_cities to identify new markets for your products. - Reduce manual errors in order placement by using create_order to automate your fulfillment process. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a direct line to China's delivery infrastructure via your AI client. 1. Subscribe to the Dada Now MCP on Vinkius. 2. Enter your App Key, App Secret, and Merchant ID. 3. Start asking your agent to manage orders or shop stations. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does Dada Now MCP help with China deliveries?** It connects your AI agent directly to China's local delivery network. You can ask your agent to calculate fees, create orders, and manage shop locations without leaving your chat interface. **Can I use Dada Now MCP to check courier status?** Yes. Your agent can pull real-time updates on where your transporter is and provide their contact information for any active order. **How do I get delivery fee estimates with Dada Now MCP?** Just ask your agent for a quote. It will query the platform to give you an accurate price based on your cargo value and the delivery route. **Can this Connector manage multiple shop locations?** Yes, it can. You can use your agent to register new stations, update metadata, and check the status of multiple shops across different cities. **Is Dada Now MCP good for e-commerce fulfillment?** It's ideal for local e-commerce. It automates the manual steps of creating orders and tracking shipments, which helps keep your fulfillment process moving faster. **How do I register new shops using Dada Now MCP?** You can simply tell your agent to register a new shop station. It will handle the registration process within the Dada platform for you. **How do I find my Dada App Key, Secret, and Source ID?** Log in to the [Dada Developer Portal](https://newopen.imdada.cn/), register your application to get the App Key and App Secret. Your Source ID (Merchant ID) is visible in your merchant account profile after registration. **What is the 'origin_shop_id'?** The `origin_shop_id` is a custom unique identifier you define for your shop when adding it to Dada. It should match the ID you use in your own system to coordinate operations between platforms. **Can I query delivery prices before placing an order?** Yes! Use the `query_delivery_fee` tool to calculate the cost. If you're happy with the price, you can immediately use the returned `deliveryNo` with the `create_order_after_query` tool to confirm the delivery.