B4 Index

Evaluate software categories for build, buy, bridge, or beware decisions.

Source

Official Registry

Updated

2026-07-03

// securityCaution

Remote endpoint· b4-index.vercel.app
Runs locally
Official / curated
Community-trusted

Running security audit…

Credentials
Network egress
Code execution
Data access
Supply chain

// install

Copy the install command and let the AI configure it · recommended for beginners

Please install the "B4 Index" MCP server from askskill:
Run: claude mcp add --transport http 'ai-benroberts-b4-index' 'https://b4-index.vercel.app/mcp'

// examples

Evaluate customer support platform options

Prompt

Use B4 Index to evaluate the software category 'ticketing and live customer support systems'. Provide BUILD, BUY, BRIDGE, and BEWARE scores, and explain the key factors behind the assessment.

Expected

Returns four-dimensional scores for the category plus rationale, risks, and guidance on whether to build or buy.

Decide on an internal data platform

Prompt

Use B4 Index to analyze whether an 'internal data integration and reporting platform' is suitable for building in-house. Output BUILD/BUY/BRIDGE/BEWARE scores and summarize recommendations for a mid-sized team.

Expected

Provides scores, ideal team characteristics, and recommendations on build, buy, or hybrid approaches for a mid-sized team.

Compare multiple software categories

Prompt

Use B4 Index to score three software categories: 'identity and access management', 'internal knowledge base', and 'marketing automation'. Then rank them from best suited for buying off-the-shelf to best suited for building in-house.

Expected

Outputs four scores for each category, a ranked comparison, and the most recommended implementation strategy for each.