How to Use the McLeod Software MCP in Cline
Build custom logistics tools and inspect live McLeod Software data right from Cline.
Works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Connect McLeod Software MCP to Cline
Create your Vinkius account to connect McLeod Software to Cline and route execution through our secure gateway. The platform manages server hosting, runtime updates, and security layers. Configuration requires no manual server provisioning.
Build dispatch dashboards inside Cline
The `list_orders` tool provides the raw structured data your Cline MCP Server needs to build internal tools. Cline reads this JSON stream, writes the frontend code, and plugs the live order state directly into your local UI. Because Cline has full file-system access, it generates the components, imports the McLeod endpoints, and verifies the layout. You go from a blank text file to a working order tracker without writing a single line of boilerplate.
Audit carrier records using this MCP Server
This MCP Server lets Cline run `list_carriers` to audit your active partner roster. It compares your internal database against live McLeod records to flag expired insurance or inactive statuses. When Cline finds a discrepancy, it uses your local terminal to log the issue or write a fix to your database. It handles the entire verification loop while you focus on higher-level architecture.
Debug stuck dispatches with Cline
The `get_dispatch_details` tool retrieves the exact payload for any stuck load in your system. Cline analyzes the returned JSON to find out why a driver wasn't assigned or why a stop was missed. By cross-referencing `list_stops` and `list_movements`, Cline spots route overlaps or scheduling conflicts. It presents a clear diff of the data errors so you can patch them immediately.
Set up McLeod Software MCP in Cline
Prerequisites
- VS Code with Cline extension installed
- Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token
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Open Cline MCP settings
Click the Cline icon in the VS Code sidebar to open the Cline panel. Then click the MCP Servers icon (server stack) at the top-right corner of the panel.
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Add a remote server
Click "Remote Servers" at the top, then click "Add Remote MCP". In the Name field, type
mcleod-software-mcp. In the URL field, paste your Vinkius endpoint:https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp. Get your token from cloud.vinkius.com. - 3
Enable the server
After saving, the server appears in the Cline MCP panel. Toggle the switch to enable it. The status indicator turns green when the connection is live.
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Start using tools
Return to the Cline chat and ask: "Check my latest McLeod Software refund status." Cline will discover the available tools and request your approval before invoking each one — giving you full control over every action.
{
"mcpServers": {
"mcleod-software-mcp": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
}
}
} Independent Platform Disclaimer: Vinkius is an independent platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, verified by, or otherwise authorized by McLeod Software. All third-party trademarks, logos, and brand names are the property of their respective owners. Their use on this website is strictly for informational purposes to identify service compatibility and interoperability.
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