AI assistant connections expanded with MCP and WorkBuddy support
Connect ABS to external AI assistants through connectors as well as Skills.
ABS added MCP connections alongside Skills and provided WorkBuddy connector and expert packages. MCP is a way for AI assistants to call external tools, allowing compatible products to connect to ABS.
Once connected, users can search knowledge, find courses or create plans from an existing conversation. Assistants supporting browser-based authorization can use the authorization page, and connected applications can be reviewed or disconnected in ABS settings.
The update offers connection options for different AI work environments. Setup follows the instructions for the chosen assistant, while access and credit rules continue to follow the ABS account.
When discussing an improvement plan in an external assistant, users can look up relevant ABS methods, courses and implementation steps and bring those sources into the same discussion. Teams can use a familiar conversation interface for learning and planning.
Start with the Help Center instructions for the assistant being used and confirm that the connection points to the site where the account was created. After connecting, try a focused knowledge question before using further account-authorized features.