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# Bloom + AI Assistants Via MCP

### What is MCP?

MCP (Model Context Protocol) is a standard that allows AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI tools to securely connect with applications like Bloom.

Instead of manually exporting reports or searching through dashboards, MCP lets AI assistants access your Bloom data directly (with your permission) and answer questions about your business in real time.

For example, you could ask:

* "What was my profit last month?"
* "Which products generated the highest profit this week?"
* "Why did my margins decrease compared to last month?"
* "How much did I spend on shipping in May?"

Your AI assistant can retrieve the information from Bloom and provide an answer instantly.

### How Does MCP Work With Bloom?

When you connect Bloom's MCP server to an AI assistant, the assistant gains access to Bloom's tools and data through a secure connection.<br>

Here's what happens when you ask a question:

1. You ask a question in your AI assistant, such as "What was my profit last month?"
2. The AI assistant determines which Bloom tool can answer the question.
3. The assistant sends a request to Bloom's MCP server.
4. Bloom retrieves the relevant data and returns the results.
5. The AI assistant presents the information in a clear, conversational format.<br>

This allows you to explore your business data using natural language instead of manually navigating reports and dashboards.

Bloom remains the source of truth for your analytics and profitability data, while the AI assistant acts as a convenient interface for accessing and understanding that information.

### How to Connect Bloom MCP?

#### [Set up Bloom MCP in Caude](/bloom-+-ai-assistants-via-mcp/connect-bloom-mcp-to-claude.md)

### Frequently Asked Questions

#### Do I need technical knowledge to use MCP?

No. Once connected, you can interact with your Bloom data using natural language.

#### Can MCP change my store data?

No. Bloom's MCP server provides read-only access to analytics and reporting data.

#### Can I disconnect MCP later?

Yes. You can remove the connection at any time from your AI assistant or Bloom settings.