add_workflow_to_pipeline · NGS360 MCP Server MCP

WHAT IT DOES

What add_workflow_to_pipeline does on NGS360 MCP Server

AI agents use add_workflow_to_pipeline to create or update resources in NGS360 MCP Server — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your NGS360 MCP Server environment.

WHY IT NEEDS A POLICY

Why add_workflow_to_pipeline needs a policy

This tool creates or modifies a bioinformatics pipeline configuration by adding a workflow, which is a reversible data modification operation. It does not execute analyses, delete data, or move financial resources.

From the tool's definition Tool name 'add_workflow_to_pipeline' and description 'Add a workflow to a pipeline' indicate creation/modification of pipeline configuration by associating a workflow with an existing pipeline.

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Verdict

add_workflow_to_pipeline Rate-limited

add_workflow_to_pipeline 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": {
    "add_workflow_to_pipeline": {
      "limits": [
        {
          "counter": "add_workflow_to_pipeline_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 NGS360 MCP Server, so you can run agents against it safely.

FAQ

Questions about add_workflow_to_pipeline

What does the add_workflow_to_pipeline tool do? +

Add a workflow to a pipeline. It is categorised as a Write tool in the NGS360 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 add_workflow_to_pipeline? +

Register the NGS360 MCP Server MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for add_workflow_to_pipeline: 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 NGS360 MCP Server. Nothing to install.

What risk level is add_workflow_to_pipeline? +

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

Can I rate-limit add_workflow_to_pipeline? +

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

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

add_workflow_to_pipeline is provided by the NGS360 MCP Server MCP server (ngs360/mcp-server). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.