Tool Tax

Okta’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) addresses the high cost of AI tool access by reducing token consumption. Instead of providing AI agents with a complete list of available tools, Okta filters tools based on user identity and permissions *before* they reach the AI model. This identity-scoped approach significantly minimizes unnecessary token usage, lowering operational expenses. The solution also enhances security by limiting an agent’s visibility to only authorized tools, reducing the potential attack surface.