# Factor (Cofactr) MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Factor (Cofactr) MCP lets you manage your electronics supply chain through your AI agent. It handles parts, purchase orders, and inventory across your warehouses. Stop switching tabs between spreadsheets and your procurement portal to keep your production moving. ## Overview - **Category:** erp-operations - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** procurement, bill-of-materials, purchase-orders, logistics, manufacturing, inventory-tracking ## Description You can run your entire electronics procurement workflow from a single chat window. This Connector connects your Factor (now Cofactr) account to your AI client so you can ask questions about your Bill of Materials or check on a shipment without logging into a separate dashboard. If you're tired of hunting for part numbers or manually tracking down where a purchase order stands, you can just tell your agent to do the heavy lifting. It pulls real-time stock levels from your warehouses and manages your requests for quotes. You can also keep your supplier network organized and pull up specific details on your pre-vetted vendors instantly. It's a way to move from manual data entry to just giving directions. You'll find this in the Vinkius catalog alongside other industrial tools to help you keep your production lines moving. ## Tools ### get_purchase_order Pull the details for a specific purchase order. You can use this to check shipping dates or current status. ### get_rfq View the details of a specific request for quote. It helps you see which suppliers have responded to your sourcing needs. ### get_supplier Get specific details for a single supplier in your network. This helps you quickly find contact info or vetting status. ### list_inventory See current stock levels across all your warehouses. Use this to get a bird's eye view of your available components. ### list_items Pull a full list of parts and components from your catalog. This is great for auditing your entire Bill of Materials. ### list_purchase_orders View every purchase order in your system. You can use this to spot any orders that are stuck in a pending state. ### list_rfqs See all your active requests for quotes. This helps you stay on top of your sourcing pipeline. ### list_suppliers Get a full list of your pre-vetted suppliers. Use this to quickly see who you have on file for different components. ### create_purchase_order Generate a new purchase order from your chat. It's the fastest way to start the sourcing process for new parts. ### get_me Fetch the profile of the current API user. This confirms your connection is active and shows your current permissions. ### get_item Retrieve detailed specifications for a specific part or component. Use this to verify part numbers against your BOM. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Are we ready to start kitting for the new drone project? ``` **Response:** ``` Checking kitting status for Project Drone... | Component | Status | Stock Level | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Carbon Fiber Frame | Ready | 150 units | | Brushless Motors | Ready | 450 units | | Flight Controllers | **Shortage** | 12 units | **Summary:** We have 90% of the parts ready. We are currently waiting on 38 more flight controllers from Vendor X. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Show me all the purchase orders that are still pending. ``` **Response:** ``` I've pulled your active purchase orders. Here are the ones currently pending: * **PO-8829:** 500x Capacitors (Pending Approval) * **PO-8910:** 200x Copper Wiring (Awaiting Shipment) * **PO-9002:** 50x Custom PCBs (In Review) Would you like me to inspect the details of any of these? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Who are our pre-vetted suppliers for capacitors? ``` **Response:** ``` I found 4 pre-vetted suppliers in your network for capacitors: 1. **Avnet** (Performance Rating: 4.8/5) 2. **Digi-Key** (Performance Rating: 4.9/5) 3. **Mouser** (Performance Rating: 4.7/5) 4. **Arrow** (Performance Rating: 4.5/5) Would you like to see the recent RFQ response times for any of them? ``` ## Capabilities ### Check warehouse stock levels See exactly what's on hand across all your locations in real-time. ### Create new purchase orders Generate new POs for parts or components without leaving your chat. ### Track RFQ status Monitor requests for quotes to see which suppliers are responding. ### Manage supplier profiles View and update details for your pre-vetted supplier network. ### Fetch BOM component details Get specific data for parts listed in your Bill of Materials. ## Use Cases ### Checking kitting status for a new project A hardware engineer asks the agent to check if all parts for Project X are in stock. The agent uses list_inventory and list_items to confirm 45 of 50 parts are ready. ### Creating a high-priority PO A procurement manager notices a shortage and tells the agent to create a purchase order for 500 capacitors. The agent uses create_purchase_order to initiate the request immediately. ### Auditing supplier performance An ops lead asks for a list of all suppliers to review their vetting status. The agent uses list_suppliers to provide a complete directory. ### Tracking late shipments A manager asks the agent to find all pending purchase orders. The agent uses list_purchase_orders to identify any that haven't moved in 48 hours. ## Benefits - Real-time warehouse visibility: Use list_inventory to see exactly what's on hand across all locations without opening a browser. - Faster PO creation: Use create_purchase_order to start the procurement process in seconds through a simple text command. - Organized RFQ tracking: Keep your sourcing pipeline moving by using list_rfqs to see who's responding to your quotes. - Instant BOM access: Quickly fetch part details with get_item to verify components against your engineering requirements. - Centralized supplier management: Use list_suppliers to see your entire vetted network in one place for faster decision making. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get a conversational interface for your entire electronics supply chain. 1. Subscribe to the Factor (Cofactr) MCP on Vinkius. 2. Input your Factor/Cofactr API Key and Base URL in the configuration. 3. Ask your AI client to check inventory, list POs, or create new orders. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does the Factor (Cofactr) MCP help with my Bill of Materials?** It lets you query your parts list directly. You can ask your agent to find specific components, check their details, or see if they are currently in stock across your warehouses. **Can I use the Factor (Cofactr) MCP to create purchase orders?** Yes, you can tell your agent to create a new purchase order. It will handle the request for you, saving you from having to manually fill out forms in the portal. **Does the Factor (Cofactr) MCP support multiple warehouses?** Yes, it provides visibility into stock levels across all your specialized warehouses. You can get a full inventory summary with a single request. **How do I manage my suppliers using the Factor (Cofactr) MCP?** You can list your entire network of pre-vetted suppliers and get specific details for any of them. It's a great way to keep your vendor contact info handy. **Can I track RFQs through the Factor (Cofactr) MCP?** Absolutely. You can list all active requests for quotes or pull the details of a specific RFQ to see which suppliers have responded. **Is the Factor (Cofactr) MCP good for hardware engineers?** Yes, it's perfect for hardware engineers who need to verify kitting status and part availability without leaving their primary workspace. **How do I obtain my Factor/Cofactr API Key?** API access is available to Cofactr enterprise customers. Reach out to your account manager or point of contact at Cofactr to request a Platform API key. **What systems does Factor integrate with?** Factor (Cofactr) is designed to sync with major ERP systems like NetSuite, Oracle, and SAP, as well as PLM tools like Arena and Altium. **Can I create new Purchase Orders through this agent?** Yes! The `create_purchase_order` tool allows you to programmatically generate POs directly within your AI-powered procurement workflow.