What is Buzz and MCP Integration?
Buzz is Hive’s intelligent workspace assistant that helps you manage projects, actions, and team workflows through natural language conversations. By connecting external MCP (Model Context Protocol) servers to Buzz, you can extend its capabilities with additional tools and data sources.
Basically, Buzz now has access to a whole new world of data and information that can be brought right into Hive.
Think of MCP servers as plugins that teach Buzz new skills – like connecting to your CRM, accessing external APIs, or integrating with specialized tools your team uses.
Here’s more on the basics of our MCP server.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, ensure you have:
- Access to your Hive workspace
- A hosted MCP server URL
- Network access from Hive to your MCP server
Step-by-Step Integration Guide
Step 1: Access MCP Configuration
- Open Hive and navigate to your workspace
- Click on Buzz (the AI assistant icon)
- Go to Settings → Integrations → MCP Servers
- Click “New MCP Server”
Step 2: Configure Your MCP Server
Basic Configuration
Fill out the server details:
Server Name
Enter a descriptive name (e.g., “Customer CRM Server”, “context7”)
Server URL
Step 3: Test the Connection
- Click “Save Configuration” to verify your MCP server is accessible
- Review available tools that Buzz will be able to use
Step 4: Configure Tools
Enable/Disable Specific Tools
You can control which tools Buzz can access:
Allowed Tools
- Tools are enabled by default
- Leave untouched to allow all tools
Disabled Tools
- Explicitly block certain tools by clicking on them
- Useful for restricting sensitive operations
Testing Your Integration
Basic Connectivity Test
Try these commands with Buzz to verify the integration:
List Available Tools
“What tools do you have available from the [Server Name] integration?”
Simple Tool Test
“Use [Server Name] to [simple operation like ‘get user info’ or ‘list items’]”
Complex Workflow
“Using [Server Name], Create me a workflow which on a daily basis checks the number of open opportunities in salesforce and updates my “Sales Opportunities” goal in Hive.”
Configuration Example
Example 1: CRM Integration
Example 2: Zapier MCP
Example 3: Development Tools
Security Considerations
API Key Management
Best Practices:
- Use environment-specific API keys
- Treat API Keys like passwords, never share keys in chat or documentation
This guide provides everything you need to successfully integrate a hosted MCP server with Buzz. Start with the basic setup and gradually explore advanced features as your team’s needs grow.
For additional help or questions about MCP integration, reach out to the Hive support team or community resources listed above.
