Guides
Guides
Concept-first explainers, each reviewed and dated.
What are AI connectors?
A plain-language explanation of how AI assistants reach business data, and the vocabulary each platform uses.
Updated 28 Jul 2026 · Reviewed by Connector Scout editorial
How to evaluate connector permissions and data access
A practical review process for deciding whether an AI connection is safe to enable in your organisation.
Updated 28 Jul 2026 · Reviewed by Connector Scout editorial
Why an AI connector may not appear or work
A structured troubleshooting sequence for connections that are missing, greyed out, or returning nothing.
Updated 28 Jul 2026 · Reviewed by Connector Scout editorial
In-product connectors versus MCP servers
How packaged connectors and Model Context Protocol servers differ in setup, control, and trust — and when each makes sense.
Updated 28 Jul 2026 · Reviewed by Connector Scout editorial