Work IQ
MCP Server and CLI for accessing Work IQ
What is Work IQ?
Work IQ is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that allows AI assistants like Claude, Cursor, and VS Code to mcp server and cli for accessing work iq
MCP Server and CLI for accessing Work IQ
This server falls under the Business Applications category on MCPgee, the world's largest MCP server directory with 33,000+ servers.
Features
- MCP Server and CLI for accessing Work IQ
Use Cases
Maintainer
Works with
Installation
NPM
npx -y @microsoft/workiqManual Installation
npx -y @microsoft/workiqConfiguration
Configuration Details
claude_desktop_config.json
Performance
Response Metrics
Resource Usage
How to Set Up and Use Work IQ
Work IQ is Microsoft's MCP server that connects Claude to Work IQ productivity tools and M365 services, enabling AI agents to enhance team productivity through Copilot integration. By connecting it, you gain AI-assisted access to Work IQ features, allowing natural language commands to manage productivity and organizational workflows.
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18+ installed
- An MCP client such as Claude Desktop or Cursor
- Microsoft account and M365 subscription for Work IQ access
- Credentials for Work IQ authentication
Install Work IQ Package
Install the official Microsoft Work IQ package via npm.
npx -y @microsoft/workiqConfigure MCP Server
Add the Work IQ server to your MCP client configuration.
{
"mcpServers": {
"work-iq": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@microsoft/workiq"]
}
}
}Authenticate with Microsoft
Follow the authentication prompts to connect your Microsoft account and M365 services. Check the Work IQ documentation for specific authentication environment variables needed.
Restart Client
Restart Claude Desktop or your MCP client to load the Work IQ server and enable M365 integration.
Test M365 Access
Ask Claude to access Work IQ features or M365 services to verify the connection is working correctly.
Work IQ Examples
Installation and Configuration
How to install and configure the Work IQ MCP server.
npx -y @microsoft/workiq
# Add to claude_desktop_config.json:
{
"mcpServers": {
"work-iq": {
"command": "npx",
"args": ["-y", "@microsoft/workiq"]
}
}
}Prompts to Try
Use these prompts to interact with Work IQ and M365 services.
1. "Show me my team's work assignments in Work IQ"
2. "What meetings do I have scheduled for next week?"
3. "Help me prioritize my tasks based on Work IQ insights"Troubleshooting Work IQ
Authentication fails when connecting to Work IQ
Verify your Microsoft account has M365 access and Work IQ enabled. Check that you're using the correct credentials. Refer to the Work IQ documentation for exact environment variable names needed.
Server starts but cannot access M365 services
Ensure your Microsoft account has the necessary permissions for M365 and Work IQ. Try re-authenticating by restarting the server. Check for any permission errors in the application logs.
Frequently Asked Questions about Work IQ
What is Work IQ?
Work IQ is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that mcp server and cli for accessing work iq It connects AI assistants to external tools and data sources through a standardized interface.
How do I install Work IQ?
Install via npm with the command: npx -y @microsoft/workiq. Then add the server configuration to your AI client's JSON config file (e.g., claude_desktop_config.json or .cursor/mcp.json).
Which AI clients work with Work IQ?
Work IQ works with all major MCP-compatible AI clients including Claude Desktop, Claude Code, Cursor, VS Code (GitHub Copilot), Windsurf, and Cline.
Is Work IQ free to use?
Yes, Work IQ is open source and available under the NOASSERTION license. You can use it freely in both personal and commercial projects.
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