MCP‑Powered AI Development Workflow in Sitecore XM Cloud
Artificial Intelligence is transforming how digital experiences are built, managed, and optimized. With the arrival of SitecoreAI , Sitecore has introduced a new AI‑first architecture that seamlessly connects content, data, personalization, and automation. As part of this evolution, one technology stands out for developers and architects: MCP — Model Context Protocol . MCP is not just another API layer. It represents a safe, structured, and extensible bridge between AI agents and enterprise systems like Sitecore XM Cloud , enabling AI to collaborate with human developers in meaningful, controlled ways. In this article, we explore what MCP is, why it matters, and how it enables a groundbreaking AI‑powered development workflow in XM Cloud. What is MCP (Model Context Protocol)? MCP is an open protocol designed to expose context , models , and safe actions to AI systems in a governed and controlled way. According to Sitecore’s architectural guidance, MCP acts as an integration fabric b...