How do I get a DCL Logistics API Key?

Log in to your DCL Logistics eFactory portal and navigate to the API settings or Integrations section to generate your API Key and find your Account ID.

Is inventory data real-time?

Yes, this integration retrieves real-time stock levels directly from DCL warehouse management systems, providing accurate data for your planning.

Can the agent process new RMAs?

This integration currently focuses on monitoring existing orders, shipments, and returns. Initiating new fulfillment orders or RMAs should be handled via the eFactory dashboard.

DCL Logistics MCP Server for VS Code Copilot 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

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About DCL Logistics MCP Server

Integrate DCL Logistics, the leader in third-party logistics (3PL) and fulfillment, directly into your AI workflow. Manage your fulfillment orders, track shipments in real-time, and monitor warehouse inventory levels using natural language.

GitHub Copilot Agent mode brings DCL Logistics data directly into your VS Code workflow. With a project-scoped config, the entire team shares access to 10 tools — Copilot queries live data, generates typed code, and writes tests from actual API responses, all without leaving the editor.

What you can do

Order Oversight — List and retrieve detailed statuses for all your fulfillment orders across DCL facilities.
Shipment Tracking — Track recent shipments, access carrier details, and monitor delivery progress.
Inventory Management — Check real-time stock levels for your SKUs and identify low-stock items.
Return Processing — Monitor customer returns (RMAs) and their processing status directly via chat.

The DCL Logistics MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to VS Code Copilot in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect DCL Logistics to VS Code Copilot via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the DCL Logistics MCP Server with VS Code Copilot.

Create MCP config

Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above

Enable Agent mode

Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown

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Why Use VS Code Copilot with the DCL Logistics MCP Server

GitHub Copilot for Visual Studio Code provides unique advantages when paired with DCL Logistics through the Model Context Protocol.

VS Code is used by over 70% of developers — adding MCP tools to Copilot means your team can leverage external data without leaving their primary editor

Project-scoped MCP configs (`.vscode/mcp.json`) let you commit server configurations to your repository, ensuring the entire team shares the same tool access

Copilot's Agent mode integrates MCP tools seamlessly with file editing, terminal commands, and workspace search in a single agentic loop

GitHub's enterprise compliance and audit features extend to MCP tool usage, providing visibility into how AI interacts with external services

DCL Logistics + VS Code Copilot Use Cases

Practical scenarios where VS Code Copilot combined with the DCL Logistics MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Live API integration: Copilot can query an MCP server, inspect the response schema, and generate typed API client code in the same step

DevSecOps workflows: security teams can give developers access to domain intelligence tools directly in their editor for real-time vulnerability assessment during code review

Data pipeline development: Copilot fetches sample data via MCP and generates transformation scripts, validators, and test fixtures from actual API responses

Documentation generation: Copilot queries available tools and auto-generates README sections, API reference docs, and usage examples

DCL Logistics MCP Tools for VS Code Copilot (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect DCL Logistics to VS Code Copilot via MCP:

get_account_details

Returns account-level metadata such as company name, service tier, and active warehouse assignments. Retrieve metadata for your DCL Logistics account

get_order_details

Resolves line item details, recipient addresses, and the complete audit trail of order processing events. Get detailed information for a specific order

get_shipment_details

Resolves carrier-level status updates, estimated delivery dates, and proof of delivery (if available). Get tracking and shipping details for a specific shipment ID

get_sku_inventory_status

Provides a detailed breakdown of inventory status, including warehouse locations and any pending stock movements. Get current stock level and status for a specific SKU

list_customer_returns

Returns a list of Return Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs) including return reason, status of the returned goods, and credit processing info. List all processed and pending customer returns (RMAs)

list_fulfillment_orders

Returns order metadata including system IDs, current fulfillment status, and customer identifiers. List all fulfillment orders in your DCL account

list_low_stock_items

Identifies SKUs where the available quantity has fallen below the defined reorder point (e.g., < 10 units). Identify items with inventory levels below a threshold (mock logic)

list_recent_shipments

Returns a collection of shipment objects with associated carrier info, tracking numbers, and departure timestamps. List all shipments processed by DCL

list_warehouse_inventory

Returns a list of SKUs with their total on-hand, available, and reserved quantities. List current inventory levels across all items

search_orders_by_keyword

Matches keywords against order references, customer names, and shipping addresses to isolate specific fulfillment records. Search for orders using a keyword or customer name

Example Prompts for DCL Logistics in VS Code Copilot

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your VS Code Copilot agent to start working with DCL Logistics immediately.

"List all fulfillment orders that are 'Awaiting Shipment'."

"What is the inventory status for SKU 'WR-9988'?"

"Show me the tracking details for shipment 'SHP-1001'."

Troubleshooting DCL Logistics MCP Server with VS Code Copilot

Common issues when connecting DCL Logistics to VS Code Copilot through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

MCP tools not available

Ensure you are in Agent mode in Copilot Chat. MCP tools only appear in Agent mode.

DCL Logistics + VS Code Copilot FAQ

Common questions about integrating DCL Logistics MCP Server with VS Code Copilot.

Which VS Code version supports MCP?

MCP support requires VS Code 1.99 or later with the GitHub Copilot extension. Ensure both are updated to the latest version. Older versions of Copilot may not expose the Agent mode toggle.

How do I switch to Agent mode?

Open the Copilot Chat panel and look for two mode options: "Ask" and "Agent". Click "Agent" to enable autonomous tool calling. In Ask mode, Copilot provides conversational answers but cannot invoke MCP tools.

Can I restrict which MCP tools Copilot can access?

Yes. VS Code shows a tool consent dialog before any MCP tool is invoked for the first time. You can also configure tool access policies at the organization level through GitHub Copilot settings.

Does MCP work in VS Code Remote or Codespaces?

Yes. MCP servers configured via .vscode/mcp.json work in Remote SSH, WSL, and GitHub Codespaces environments. The MCP connection is established from the remote host, so ensure the server URL is accessible from that environment.