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Sources Overview

Sources connect external systems to OMNI’s agentic runtime.

Setup process

Use this sequence for reliable source onboarding:
  1. Define the user intent and workflow outcome
  2. Choose source type (mcp, api, custom)
  3. Configure authentication and transport
  4. Apply permission constraints before enabling
  5. Test connectivity and tool discovery
  6. Validate behavior with a real prompt

Source Types

TypeBest ForTypical Config
MCPTool ecosystems and protocol-native integrationsURL + transport + optional headers
APIOAuth/service providersprovider + scopes + credential flow
CustomYour private servicesendpoint + auth mode

Runtime Lifecycle

  • Source added via backend source APIs
  • Status transitions: disconnected -> connecting -> connected/error
  • Tool list discovered and attached to source metadata
  • Session execution respects permission + preset gates

Financial-First Guidance

For market intelligence workflows, prefer first-party OMNI tools before external connectors. Start with:
  • Symbol and market tools
  • Portfolio/model/factor tools
  • News proxy tools
Then add external sources for capability gaps.