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Connectors

Connectors extend VARIOS AI with direct integrations to external systems, data sources, and services. They make it possible to connect assistants with enterprise applications, search services, databases, documentation platforms, or custom APIs. This allows assistants not only to access their language model and internal knowledge databases, but also to retrieve current information, perform actions in third-party systems, or process structured data from external sources. Connectors can be integrated into assistants selectively and controlled via group permissions.
Info: Connectors are provided as tools in assistants and can be used by the model during the conversation.
Note: Which connectors may be used is controlled via the respective configuration as well as via groups and assistants.

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Functions at a Glance

  • Central Management: Connectors are created and managed centrally in the admin area.
  • Integration into Assistants: Connectors can be assigned specifically to individual assistants.
  • Group Control: Access to connectors can be restricted via groups.
  • Wide Range of Integration Options: Supported options include search services, databases, webhooks, Microsoft 365, OpenAPI, and MCP.
  • Cost Overview: Connector costs can be evaluated in the dashboard depending on the configuration.

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Configure Connectors

When using connectors in VARIOS AI, the following steps are typically relevant:
  1. Create Connector
    Create a new connector in the admin area with a meaningful name and an image.
  2. Create Description
    Describe the tasks and functions of the connector.
  3. Select Connector Type
    Select the connector type:
    • Under Code, you will find our prebuilt solutions. Fill in the available options and arguments.
    • Under OpenAPI, you will find your created OpenAPI configurations
    • Under MCP, you will find your created MCP configurations
  4. Optional: Enable Human-in-the-Loop
    Specify whether the user must approve the connector call initiated by the AI model.
    This allows the execution content to be adjusted manually.
  5. Control Access via Groups
    Define which groups may add the connector to their personal assistants.
  6. Assign Connector to an Assistant
    Open the editing view of the desired assistant and add the connector.

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Typical Connector Types

VARIOS AI supports different types of connectors for different use cases:

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Search and Documentation Services

  • Confluence
  • Mintlify
  • Read the Docs
  • Stack Overflow
  • SearXNG Search
  • Web Crawl
These connectors are suitable for research in documentation, wikis, websites, or technical knowledge sources.

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Enterprise Applications

  • Microsoft 365
  • Microsoft 365 Calendar
  • Microsoft Mail Send
  • Personio
  • Zammad
These connectors enable access to emails, calendars, files, tickets, or HR data.

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Databases and Search Indexes

  • MSSQL
  • MySQL and PostgreSQL
  • OpenSearch
  • Databricks
These connectors are suitable for structured data queries, reports, and search applications.

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API and Automation Integrations

  • Webhook
  • OpenAPI
  • MCP (Model Context Protocol)
These connectors are especially flexible and are suitable for custom integrations, process automation, and connecting proprietary services.

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Media and Generation Services

  • OpenAI Image
  • Google Gemini Image
  • Flux
  • Replicate.com
  • OpenJourney
  • Runway
  • Google Veo Video
  • xAI Imagine Video
These connectors enable image and video generation directly from VARIOS AI.

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Typical Use Cases

  • Research in enterprise knowledge via Confluence, Microsoft 365, or documentation platforms
  • Retrieval of structured data from SQL databases or OpenSearch
  • Integration of internal APIs via OpenAPI or webhook
  • Connection of external tools and services via MCP
  • Automated ticket and support processes with Zammad
  • Email workflows with Microsoft 365
  • Image and video generation for marketing, training, or content production