update_batch_status · ConsignCloud MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What update_batch_status does on ConsignCloud MCP Server

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

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why update_batch_status needs a policy

The tool creates or modifies data (batch status transitions) in a reversible manner without permanently deleting information or executing arbitrary code. It affects inventory/sales workflow state in a retail operations context. Status updates can typically be reversed or corrected, placing it in Write rather than Destructive.

From the tool's definition Tool name contains 'update' and description specifies changing batch status between 'draft' or 'submitted' states. This modifies business-critical workflow data reversibly.

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Verdict

update_batch_status Rate-limited

update_batch_status 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": {
    "update_batch_status": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "update_batch_status_rate",
          "window": "minute",
          "max": 30,
          "scope": "grant"
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}

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PolicyLayer is an MCP gateway: every tool call is checked against your rule before it reaches ConsignCloud MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about update_batch_status

What does the update_batch_status tool do? +

Update batch status (draft or submitted). It is categorised as a Write tool in the ConsignCloud MCP Server MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

How do I enforce a policy on update_batch_status? +

Register the ConsignCloud MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for update_batch_status: 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 ConsignCloud MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is update_batch_status? +

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

Can I rate-limit update_batch_status? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the update_batch_status 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 update_batch_status completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for update_batch_status. 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 update_batch_status? +

update_batch_status is provided by the ConsignCloud MCP Server MCP server (modellers/mcp-consigncloud). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.