copy_quote · Connectwise Sell MCP: Risk & Policy

WHAT IT DOES

What copy_quote does on Connectwise Sell

AI agents use copy_quote to create or update resources in Connectwise Sell — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Connectwise Sell environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why copy_quote needs a policy

Copying a quote creates a new, reversible data artifact. This is a Write operation (non-destructive modification/creation). Severity is medium because incorrect quote copies could create duplicates affecting sales workflows, but the action is reversible.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'copy_quote' and context within ConnectWise Sell API for managing quotes indicates creation of a new quote based on an existing one. The description is empty, limiting direct evidence.

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Verdict

copy_quote Rate-limited

copy_quote stays usable, but capped — an agent stuck in a loop can't make hundreds of changes a minute. Everything else on the server is denied unless you say otherwise.

View as policy code

policy.json

{
  "version": "1",
  "default": "deny",
  "tools": {
    "copy_quote": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "copy_quote_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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FAQ

Questions about copy_quote

What does the copy_quote tool do? +

copy_quote. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Connectwise Sell MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on copy_quote? +

Register the Connectwise Sell MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for copy_quote: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Connectwise Sell. Nothing to install.

What risk level is copy_quote? +

copy_quote is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit copy_quote? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the copy_quote rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block copy_quote completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for copy_quote. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides copy_quote? +

copy_quote is provided by the Connectwise Sell MCP server (mfrostbutter/connectwise-sell-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.