New MCP integration allows IBM i organizations to connect business-critical data and applications with OpenAI, Microsoft, and Anthropic AI tools using the same open standard adopted by industry leaders
Newport Beach, Calif., June 17, 2025 – Profound Logic, the leader in turning 30-year IBM i applications into native AI engines, announced today that Profound AI now supports the Model Context Protocol (MCP), the emerging open standard for AI system integration. This breakthrough will enable IBM i organizations to connect their mission-critical business systems directly with leading AI platforms including ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, and other MCP-compatible tools.
The announcement positions Profound Logic alongside industry giants including OpenAI, Microsoft, Anthropic, and Google in adopting the MCP standard, ensuring IBM i organizations can participate fully in the rapidly expanding AI ecosystem without abandoning their proven infrastructure investments.
“For decades, IBM i organizations have been concerned about being left behind by emerging technologies,” said Alex Roytman, founder and CEO at Profound Logic. “With Profound AI’s MCP support, we’re not just keeping pace with AI innovation – we’re enabling our customers to use the exact same integration standard as the world’s leading technology companies. This represents a fundamental shift from IBM i systems being isolated to being fully integrated with cutting-edge AI capabilities.”
Profound AI’s MCP integration eliminates the months of custom development work typically required for AI system integration. Organizations can now connect their IBM i programs and databases to AI platforms in minutes rather than months, using Profound Logic’s proven no-code development approach.
The Model Context Protocol has gained rapid industry adoption since Anthropic introduced it as an open standard in late 2024. OpenAI announced ChatGPT’s MCP support for enterprise users, while Microsoft revealed comprehensive MCP integration across their AI ecosystem at Build 2025, including GitHub Copilot and Azure AI services.
“This MCP integration reinforces our mission of turning IBM i applications into native AI engines,” continued Roytman. “MCP is becoming the universal adapter for AI integration, and by supporting the same protocol that OpenAI uses for ChatGPT Enterprise and Microsoft leverages across their AI suite, we’re ensuring IBM i organizations have equal access to the most advanced AI capabilities available today.”
Profound AI’s MCP implementation maintains the security and control requirements essential for enterprise environments. All AI interactions flow through controlled MCP servers with administrator-defined access permissions, comprehensive logging capabilities, and real-time monitoring – ensuring IBM i’s renowned security standards are preserved while enabling advanced AI functionality.
“The AI revolution is accelerating, and the window for competitive advantage is narrowing,” noted Roytman. “Organizations that act now to integrate their core business systems with AI will be positioned to lead their industries. Profound AI’s MCP support provides that immediate pathway for IBM i organizations.”
Recognizing that many enterprise clients understand AI’s potential but may lack clarity on implementation strategies, Profound Logic is also announcing the availability of Profound 360 AI Strategy Blueprint. This comprehensive consulting offering helps organizations define business insights, determine appropriate access levels, and map insights into existing data and applications.
“While we’re excited to bring this technological advancement to IBM i organizations, we understand that having the tool is only part of the equation,” explained Michael Killian, Profound Logic’s Chief Commercial Officer. “Our Profound 360 AI Strategy Blueprint service bridges the gap between AI possibility and business reality. We work with clients to identify their most valuable use cases, create custom agents, and ensure they have the knowledge to maintain and expand their AI capabilities.”
The service includes business insight analysis, stakeholder access mapping, data integration planning, and custom agent development. Organizations can choose to maintain their AI implementations independently after initial deployment or continue partnering with Profound Logic for ongoing development and maintenance.
“Flexibility in futurization is what Profound Logic is all about,” added Killian. “Whether clients want full independence or ongoing partnership, we adapt our services to their preferred approach and business model.”
Profound AI with MCP support is available immediately for existing and new customers. The platform’s no-code interface enables rapid deployment without requiring specialized AI development expertise or extensive IT resources.
Organizations interested in connecting their IBM i systems to leading AI platforms can learn more about Profound AI’s MCP capabilities at profoundlogic.com/ai.
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About Profound Logic
Since 1999, Profound Logic has been the only IBM i technology partner that takes you beyond modernization and into AI-enhanced futurization. Specializing in turning 30-year-old IBM i applications into native AI engines, we help enterprises futurize their critical business systems and equip IT teams with cutting-edge solutions including natural language AI, system transformation, API creation and management, and application development. With Profound Logic, the future is flexible, and coexistence is always built in.
