Factor (Cofactr) Connector for AI agents.
11 live capabilities
Manage electronics procurement and parts sourcing from your AI client.
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Why people use Factor (Cofactr)
Factor (Cofactr) for Electronics Procurement
This Connector changes that by letting you talk to your supply chain. You can just ask your AI client for a status update on a specific shipment or tell it to list all your active RFQs. You get a single source of truth that responds to your questions in plain English.
What Vinkius changes
You get a conversational interface for your entire electronics supply chain.
Use it from Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor or another AI client you already have.
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- Real-world use case 01
Checking kitting status for a new project
A hardware engineer asks the agent to check if all parts for Project X are in stock.
- Real-world use case 02
Creating a high-priority PO
A procurement manager notices a shortage and tells the agent to create a purchase order for 500 capacitors.
- Real-world use case 03
Auditing supplier performance
An ops lead asks for a list of all suppliers to review their vetting status.
Complete set · 11capabilities
The complete Factor (Cofactr) capability set.
These are the exact actions your AI can choose when you ask it to work with Factor (Cofactr).
01—04
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 11 available through Factor (Cofactr).
- 01 Capability
Get purchase order
Pull the details for a specific purchase order. You can use this to check shipping dates or current status.
- 02 Capability
Get rfq
View the details of a specific request for quote. It helps you see which suppliers have responded to your sourcing needs.
- 03 Capability
Get supplier
Get specific details for a single supplier in your network. This helps you quickly find contact info or vetting status.
- 04 Capability
List inventory
See current stock levels across all your warehouses. Use this to get a bird's eye view of your available components.
05—08
4 capabilities in this set.
Part of 11 available through Factor (Cofactr).
- 05 Capability
List items
Pull a full list of parts and components from your catalog. This is great for auditing your entire Bill of Materials.
- 06 Capability
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.
- 07 Capability
List rfqs
See all your active requests for quotes. This helps you stay on top of your sourcing pipeline.
- 08 Capability
List suppliers
Get a full list of your pre-vetted suppliers. Use this to quickly see who you have on file for different components.
09—11
3 capabilities in this set.
Part of 11 available through Factor (Cofactr).
- 09 Capability
Create purchase order
Generate a new purchase order from your chat. It's the fastest way to start the sourcing process for new parts.
- 10 Capability
Get me
Fetch the profile of the current API user. This confirms your connection is active and shows your current permissions.
- 11 Capability
Get item
Retrieve detailed specifications for a specific part or component. Use this to verify part numbers against your BOM.
Set up in minutes
One URL. Then ask Factor (Cofactr) to work.
Claude and ChatGPT only need the Connector URL. Copy it once, add it in settings, and use Factor (Cofactr) from the conversation.
Choose your client
Live previewAdvanced clients IDE · CLI
Claude · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp - Step 01
Open Connectors
In Claude Web or Claude Desktop, open Settings and choose Connectors.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add custom connector, name it Factor (Cofactr), and paste the URL above.
- Step 03
Turn it on in chat
Select +, open Connectors, and enable Factor (Cofactr) for the conversation.
ChatGPT · Web + desktop
Connector URL · ready to paste
Streamable HTTPhttps://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp - Step 01
Open MCP settings
On desktop, open Settings and MCP servers. On web, open your workspace app or connector settings.
- Step 02
Add the URL
Choose Add server with Streamable HTTP, or create a custom MCP app, then paste the Factor (Cofactr) URL.
- Step 03
Save and start
Save the connection and enable Factor (Cofactr) in your conversation. Desktop may ask you to restart once.
Cursor · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"factor-cofactr": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens
- Step 03
Save the file
Cursor will automatically detect the new Connector
- Step 04
Start using Factor (Cofactr)
Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Factor (Cofactr), help me...". 11 tools available
VS Code Copilot · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"factor-cofactr": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Create MCP config
Create a .vscode/mcp.json file in your project root
- Step 02
Add the server config
Paste the JSON configuration above
- Step 03
Enable Agent mode
Open GitHub Copilot Chat and switch to Agent mode using the dropdown
- Step 04
Start using Factor (Cofactr)
Ask Copilot: "Using Factor (Cofactr), help me...". 11 tools available
Windsurf · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"factor-cofactr": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open MCP Settings
Go to Settings → MCP Configuration or press Cmd+Shift+P and search "MCP"
- Step 02
Add the server
Paste the JSON configuration above into mcp_config.json
- Step 03
Save and reload
Windsurf will detect the new server automatically
- Step 04
Start using Factor (Cofactr)
Open Cascade and ask: "Using Factor (Cofactr), help me...". 11 tools available
Cline · IDE configuration
Advanced setup
{
"mcpServers": {
"factor-cofactr": {
"url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp"
}
}
}- Step 01
Open Cline MCP Settings
Click the Connectors icon in the Cline sidebar panel
- Step 02
Add remote server
Click "Add Connector" and paste the configuration above
- Step 03
Enable the server
Toggle the server switch to ON
- Step 04
Start using Factor (Cofactr)
Ask Cline: "Using Factor (Cofactr), help me...". 11 tools available
Claude Code · Terminal command
Advanced setup
claude mcp add factor-cofactr --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_4SWIAxfymxYFd2xkBnRy1pbUJkZMKA63g92w8Vml/mcp"- Step 01
Install Claude Code
Run npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installed
- Step 02
Add the Connector
Run the command above in your terminal
- Step 03
Verify the connection
Run claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a session
- Step 04
Start using Factor (Cofactr)
Ask Claude: "Using Factor (Cofactr), show me...". 11 tools are ready
Where the request belongs
Work Factor (Cofactr) can move forward.
This is for the procurement lead who's drowning in PO spreadsheets or the hardware engineer who needs to know if a part is in stock before they can finish a kitting run.
Procurement Manager
Tracks PO statuses and manages RFQs to ensure production stays on schedule.
Hardware Engineer
Checks component stock levels and kitting status for new hardware projects.
Supply Chain Coordinator
Manages supplier relationships and updates inventory across multiple warehouses.
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Before you connect
Questions about Factor (Cofactr).
The practical details behind the request, access and result.
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 capabilities like Arena and Altium.
Can I create new Purchase Orders through this agent?
Yes! The create_purchase_order capability allows you to programmatically generate POs directly within your AI-powered procurement workflow.
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