Can I search for assets using specific categories through the agent?

Yes. The `search_widen_assets` tool supports Widen's internal search syntax. You can use 'cat:' followed by the category name or ID to filter your search results to a specific folder or organizational node.

How do I get the direct public URL for an image to use on my website?

You can use the `list_cdn_embed_links` tool. Provide the unique asset ID, and your AI agent will return all active CDN embed links and HTML snippets (like iFrame tags) available for that file.

Is it possible to update an asset's description via chat?

Absolutely. Use the `update_asset_metadata` tool. Provide the asset ID and a JSON object containing the field updates (e.g., `{ 'description': 'New project photo' }`), and your agent will apply the changes instantly.

Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server for CrewAI 10 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Widen (Acquia DAM)
Availability: InStock
Author: Vinkius

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Connect your CrewAI agents to Widen (Acquia DAM) through Vinkius, pass the Edge URL in the `mcps` parameter and every Widen (Acquia DAM) tool is auto-discovered at runtime. No credentials to manage, no infrastructure to maintain.

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python

from crewai import Agent, Task, Crew

agent = Agent(
    role="Widen (Acquia DAM) Specialist",
    goal="Help users interact with Widen (Acquia DAM) effectively",
    backstory=(
        "You are an expert at leveraging Widen (Acquia DAM) tools "
        "for automation and data analysis."
    ),
    # Your Vinkius token. get it at cloud.vinkius.com
    mcps=["https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"],
)

task = Task(
    description=(
        "Explore all available tools in Widen (Acquia DAM) "
        "and summarize their capabilities."
    ),
    agent=agent,
    expected_output=(
        "A detailed summary of 10 available tools "
        "and what they can do."
    ),
)

crew = Crew(agents=[agent], tasks=[task])
result = crew.kickoff()
print(result)

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About Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server

Connect your Widen (Acquia DAM) account to any AI agent and take control of your enterprise digital assets through natural conversation.

When paired with CrewAI, Widen (Acquia DAM) becomes a first-class tool in your multi-agent workflows. Each agent in the crew can call Widen (Acquia DAM) tools autonomously, one agent queries data, another analyzes results, a third compiles reports, all orchestrated through Vinkius with zero configuration overhead.

What you can do

Asset Search — Find files instantly using Widen's internal search syntax (e.g., search by filename, category, or metadata)
Metadata Management — Retrieve comprehensive technical properties and update metadata fields directly from your agent
Folder Navigation — Browse top-level categories and explore contents within specific category nodes to understand your DAM hierarchy
Collection Access — List user-defined asset collections and retrieve all files grouped within a specific collection ID
CDN Integration — Retrieve active CDN embed links and HTML snippets for any asset to facilitate high-availability content delivery
User Auditing — List authorized users and their account roles to monitor team access across the DAM instance
Data Integrity — Safely delete obsolete media assets to manage storage and keep your content library clean

The Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server exposes 10 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to CrewAI in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Widen (Acquia DAM) to CrewAI via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server with CrewAI.

Install CrewAI

Run pip install crewai

Replace the token

Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your Vinkius token from cloud.vinkius.com

Customize the agent

Adjust the role, goal, and backstory to fit your use case

Run the crew

Run python crew.py. CrewAI auto-discovers 10 tools from Widen (Acquia DAM)

Why Use CrewAI with the Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server

CrewAI Multi-Agent Orchestration Framework provides unique advantages when paired with Widen (Acquia DAM) through the Model Context Protocol.

Multi-agent collaboration lets you decompose complex workflows into specialized roles, one agent researches, another analyzes, a third generates reports, each with access to MCP tools

CrewAI's native MCP integration requires zero adapter code: pass Vinkius Edge URL directly in the `mcps` parameter and agents auto-discover every available tool at runtime

Built-in task delegation and shared memory mean agents can pass context between steps without manual state management, enabling multi-hop reasoning across tool calls

Sequential and hierarchical crew patterns map naturally to real-world workflows: enumerate subdomains → analyze DNS history → check WHOIS records → compile findings into actionable reports

Widen (Acquia DAM) + CrewAI Use Cases

Practical scenarios where CrewAI combined with the Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Automated multi-step research: a reconnaissance agent queries Widen (Acquia DAM) for raw data, then a second analyst agent cross-references findings and flags anomalies. all without human handoff

Scheduled intelligence reports: set up a crew that periodically queries Widen (Acquia DAM), analyzes trends over time, and generates executive briefings in markdown or PDF format

Multi-source enrichment pipelines: chain Widen (Acquia DAM) tools with other MCP servers in the same crew, letting agents correlate data across multiple providers in a single workflow

Compliance and audit automation: a compliance agent queries Widen (Acquia DAM) against predefined policy rules, generates deviation reports, and routes findings to the appropriate team

Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Tools for CrewAI (10)

These 10 tools become available when you connect Widen (Acquia DAM) to CrewAI via MCP:

delete_media_asset

This action is irreversible and removes the asset from all collections. Permanently removes an asset from the Acquia DAM

get_asset_details

Retrieves comprehensive metadata and technical properties for a specific asset

get_category_contents

Retrieves the assets and sub-nodes within a specific category

list_account_users

Lists all authorized users in the Acquia DAM instance

list_cdn_embed_links

Retrieves all active CDN embed links and HTML snippets for a specific asset

list_collection_assets

Lists all assets contained within a specific user collection

list_global_categories

Lists all top-level categories (folders) in the DAM hierarchy

list_saved_collections

Lists all user-defined asset collections

search_widen_assets

Provide a search query string. Search for assets in Acquia DAM (Widen) using the internal search syntax

update_asset_metadata

Provide the asset ID and a JSON object mapping field keys to values. Updates the metadata fields of an existing asset

Example Prompts for Widen (Acquia DAM) in CrewAI

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your CrewAI agent to start working with Widen (Acquia DAM) immediately.

"Search for assets with 'marketing' in the category and 'banner' in the filename."

"Get the CDN embed links for asset ID 'wid-101'."

"List all global categories in our Widen DAM."

Troubleshooting Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server with CrewAI

Common issues when connecting Widen (Acquia DAM) to CrewAI through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

MCP tools not discovered

Ensure the Edge URL is correct. CrewAI connects lazily when the crew starts. check console output.

Agent not using tools

Make the task description specific. Instead of "do something", say "Use the available tools to list contacts".

Timeout errors

CrewAI has a 10s connection timeout by default. Ensure your network can reach the Edge URL.

Rate limiting or 429 errors

Vinkius enforces per-token rate limits. Check your subscription tier and request quota in the dashboard. Upgrade if you need higher throughput.

Widen (Acquia DAM) + CrewAI FAQ

Common questions about integrating Widen (Acquia DAM) MCP Server with CrewAI.

How does CrewAI discover and connect to MCP tools?

CrewAI connects to MCP servers lazily. when the crew starts, each agent resolves its MCP URLs and fetches the tool catalog via the standard tools/list method. This means tools are always fresh and reflect the server's current capabilities. No tool schemas need to be hardcoded.

Can different agents in the same crew use different MCP servers?

Yes. Each agent has its own mcps list, so you can assign specific servers to specific roles. For example, a reconnaissance agent might use a domain intelligence server while an analysis agent uses a vulnerability database server.

What happens when an MCP tool call fails during a crew run?

CrewAI wraps tool failures as context for the agent. The LLM receives the error message and can decide to retry with different parameters, fall back to a different tool, or mark the task as partially complete. This resilience is critical for production workflows.

Can CrewAI agents call multiple MCP tools in parallel?

CrewAI agents execute tool calls sequentially within a single reasoning step. However, you can run multiple agents in parallel using process=Process.parallel, each calling different MCP tools concurrently. This is ideal for workflows where separate data sources need to be queried simultaneously.

Can I run CrewAI crews on a schedule (cron)?

Yes. CrewAI crews are standard Python scripts, so you can invoke them via cron, Airflow, Celery, or any task scheduler. The crew.kickoff() method runs synchronously by default, making it straightforward to integrate into existing pipelines.