# Wherefour MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> Wherefour MCP connects your manufacturing ERP to your AI agent. It lets you manage inventory, track production lots, and monitor orders without leaving your chat interface. You can pull up billing invoices, search for production formulas, and manage vendors or customers directly through natural language.

## Overview
- **Category:** industry-titans
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_0LnSraVpbO9PnA3dr5bX07WqbjiQO9CJlD4lbZJK/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** lot-traceability, production-tracking, manufacturing, inventory-control, supply-chain-transparency, erp

## Description

Managing a manufacturing floor usually means juggling a dozen different tabs. You're jumping between inventory sheets, production order logs, and vendor databases just to answer a simple question about stock levels or batch history. Wherefour changes that by bringing your ERP data directly into your AI client. Instead of hunting for a specific lot number or digging through a spreadsheet to find a recipe, you just ask your agent. You can pull up real-time stock counts, check if a customer's invoice is paid, or see exactly where a batch is in the production cycle. It's a way to keep your operations moving without the constant context switching that slows down production. By connecting through the Vinkius catalog, you get a unified way to interact with your supply chain data. You get to spend less time on data entry and more time making actual decisions on the floor. This means when a shipment is delayed or a formula needs updating, you can address it immediately from your chat interface. You no longer have to worry about missing a detail because it was buried in a sub-menu of your ERP. Your agent handles the navigation while you focus on keeping the line running. It turns your ERP from a static database into an active part of your daily conversation.

## Tools

### get_inventory_item
Get the specific details for a single inventory item. This helps you check stock levels and specifications quickly.

### get_order
Fetch details for a specific sales or production order. Use this to check status or dates for any order in your system.

### list_customers
Pull a full list of all your registered customers. This is useful for managing your client database in one place.

### list_formulas
View all production formulas and manufacturing recipes. Use this to quickly grab specifications for different products.

### list_inventory_items
See every item currently in your inventory catalog. This gives you a complete overview of what you have in stock.

### list_orders
Get a complete list of all sales and production orders. Use this to monitor the flow of your manufacturing workflow.

### search_inventory
Find specific items in your inventory using search terms. Use this to locate products quickly without scrolling through lists.

### list_invoices
Retrieve a list of all customer billing invoices. Use this to quickly check payment statuses during billing cycles.

### list_locations
See all available storage and warehouse locations. This helps you find exactly where items are held in your facility.

### list_purchases
View all purchase records for your supplies. This helps you track what you've bought and from whom.

### list_stock_lots
List all stock lots and batch information. Use this to maintain quality control and traceability for every batch.

### list_vendors
Access your full database of vendors and suppliers. This makes it easy to manage your external supply chain partners.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
Check if we have enough Organic Cane Sugar for the next batch and show me the recipe.
```

**Response:** 
```
I've checked your inventory for 'Organic Cane Sugar'.

**Current Stock:** 450 lbs
**Status:** In Stock

I also found the production recipe for your current beverage batch:
* **Recipe Name:** Summer Citrus Kombucha
* **Sugar Requirement:** 25 lbs per batch
* **Other Ingredients:** Lemon zest, ginger root, water.

Would you like me to check the stock of any other ingredients?
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Where is lot L-2024-QT3 stored and who was the supplier?
```

**Response:** 
```
I've retrieved the traceability data for lot **L-2024-QT3**:

* **Product:** Arabica Coffee Beans
* **Supplier:** Highland Roasters
* **Received Date:** October 12th
* **Current Location:** Warehouse B, Zone 4, Rack 12
* **Remaining Units:** 120

This lot passed all quality inspections upon arrival.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
List the pending orders for Acme Supermarkets and tell me if they paid last month.
```

**Response:** 
```
I found **2 pending production orders** for Acme Supermarkets:

| Order ID | Product | Scheduled Completion |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| PO-7381 | Organic Oatmeal | This Friday |
| PO-7389 | Almond Milk | This Friday |

**Billing Status:**
I also checked their billing records. Invoice #INV-5920 from last month is marked as **Paid in Full**.
```

## Capabilities

### Check specific item details
Pull up real-time stock counts and manufacturing specifications for any product in your catalog.

### Track production batches
Retrieve specific lot details and traceability data for quality control and compliance.

### Monitor sales and production orders
See the status of all pending orders and production cycles in a single view.

### Manage vendor and customer lists
Access and manage your database of suppliers and customers through natural language.

### Retrieve billing and purchase records
Pull up customer invoices and purchase history to monitor operational costs.

### Search manufacturing formulas
Explore production recipes and manufacturing formulas instantly to guide your production.

## Use Cases

### Checking production readiness
An ops manager needs to know if a batch of coffee is ready for shipping. The agent uses `list_orders` to check production status instantly.

### Rapid lot traceability
Quality control needs to find where a specific lot is stored. The agent uses `list_stock_lots` and `list_locations` to provide the exact warehouse coordinates.

### Verifying client payments
A salesperson wants to know if a client paid their last bill before placing a new order. The agent uses `list_customers` and `list_invoices` to confirm the status.

### On-demand recipe retrieval
A floor worker needs a production recipe for a new beverage batch. The agent uses `list_formulas` to pull the exact specifications into the chat.

## Benefits

- Stop switching tabs to check stock. Use `list_inventory_items` to see everything in one place.
- Track batches faster. Use `list_stock_lots` to find specific lot details for quality control.
- Monitor production status. Use `list_orders` to see what's pending without opening the ERP.
- Access vendor data instantly. Use `list_vendors` to manage your supply chain contacts.
- Simplify billing checks. Use `list_invoices` to verify payments during customer calls.
- Find recipes quickly. Use `list_formulas` to pull manufacturing specifications on demand.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get a direct line to your ERP data inside any AI client you already use.

1. Subscribe to the Wherefour MCP on Vinkius.
2. Add your API Key and Secret from your Wherefour account settings.
3. Choose your Production or Sandbox environment to start querying your data.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How does Wherefour MCP help my manufacturing business?**
It connects your ERP data to your AI agent so you can query inventory, orders, and production logs using plain language. This means your team spends less time clicking through menus and more time managing the floor.

**Can I use Wherefour MCP to track my production batches?**
Yes, you can ask your agent to pull up specific lot details and traceability information. This helps you maintain quality control and meet compliance standards without manual searching.

**Does Wherefour MCP work with my existing ERP data?**
It connects directly to your Wherefour account. Your agent will be able to see your real-time inventory, customer records, and production formulas.

**How do I manage my vendors using Wherefour MCP?**
Your agent can list all your suppliers and vendors instantly. You can use this to quickly check your contact list or pull up specific vendor details during production planning.

**Can Wherefour MCP help with lot traceability for audits?**
It allows you to retrieve batch metadata and storage locations on demand. This makes it much faster to provide the transparency required for quality audits.

**Will Wherefour MCP show me my current stock levels?**
Yes, your agent can pull up current stock counts for any item in your catalog. You can check availability for specific products or search your entire inventory at once.

**How do I find my Wherefour API Key and Secret?**
Log in to your Wherefour account, navigate to **Settings** > **API**, and generate a new set of credentials for your integration.

**Can the agent check lot availability for a specific item?**
Yes! Use the `list_stock_lots` tool to retrieve all available batches and their current quantities for any item in your catalog.