How to Use the Showpad MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Q: How do I improve Showpad search accuracy using the OpenAI Agents SDK?

The searchassets tool handles keyword lookups, but for better results, your agent should first call listtags. By combining tags with keywords, you dramatically narrow down the scope and get more accurate collateral hits.

Q: Can the OpenAI Agents SDK help me track which Showpad divisions need updates?

Absolutely. The listdivisions tool gives a full view of your organization's segments. Your agent can then cross-reference those division IDs with content owners using getuserdetails to flag accounts that haven't had assets updated.

Q: What's the best way to check user roles with Showpad using OpenAI Agents SDK?

Use the combination of listusers and then getuserdetails. This sequence allows your agent to first list everyone, and then drill down into specific permission sets or roles needed for a task.

Q: Does Showpad content governance need help with the OpenAI Agents SDK?

Yes. The listtags tool is critical for governance because it shows exactly what classification system is in place. Your agent can then suggest new tags or identify gaps where compliance needs are not being met.

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Deeply Search and Validate Content

The `search_assets` tool lets your agent instantly find sales collateral across the entire Showpad library. It handles keyword searches, so you don't waste time manually checking every asset ID. You also get granular data using `get_asset_details`. This means when an agent finds a potential pitch deck, it doesn't just hand over a link; it gets all the necessary metadata to confirm compliance before passing the task off.

Map Out Entire Org Structure

Need to know who owns what content? The `list_users` tool provides full Showpad user lists, while `get_user_details` pulls specific profiles when your agent needs them. This prevents unauthorized actions. If you need context on how the company is segmented, use `list_divisions`, or understand which content channels are active with `list_channels`. It's all about knowing who talks to whom.

Classify and Find Everything

Don't rely on memory. The system offers tools like `list_tags` and `list_divisions`, letting your agent understand the full taxonomy of Showpad. It helps map assets to specific groups. Want a complete picture? Your agent can call `list_assets` to get all IDs and metadata at once, then use other tools to filter that data down to exactly what's needed.

Setup guide

Set up Showpad MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

Prerequisites

Python 3.10+ installed
openai-agents package (pip install openai-agents)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Install the SDK

Run pip install openai-agents to install the OpenAI Agents SDK. The MCP integration is built-in — no extra dependencies needed.
2

Connect via SSE transport

Use MCPServerSse with your Vinkius endpoint URL. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. The SDK auto-discovers all Showpad tools at runtime.
3

Create your Agent

Pass the MCP to Agent(mcp_servers=[server]). The agent receives Showpad tools as native definitions — JSON schemas resolve automatically.
4

Run the agent

Call Runner.run(agent, prompt) to execute. The agent invokes the appropriate Showpad tools and returns structured results. Copy the full example on the right to get started.

agent.py

import asyncio
from agents import Agent, Runner
from agents.mcp import MCPServerSse

async def main():
    async with MCPServerSse(
        url="https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    ) as server:
        agent = Agent(
            name="Showpad Agent",
            instructions="You have access to Showpad tools.",
            mcp_servers=[server],
        )
        result = await Runner.run(agent, "List recent transactions")
        print(result.final_output)

asyncio.run(main())

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Common questions about Showpad MCP in OpenAI Agents SDK

The `search_assets` tool handles keyword lookups, but for better results, your agent should first call `list_tags`. By combining tags with keywords, you dramatically narrow down the scope and get more accurate collateral hits.

Absolutely. The `list_divisions` tool gives a full view of your organization's segments. Your agent can then cross-reference those division IDs with content owners using `get_user_details` to flag accounts that haven't had assets updated.

The server touches all Showpad content assets and associated metadata. Since your agent is using built-in guardrails, every action—like calling `get_asset_details`—is validated before execution, minimizing exposure risk.

Use the combination of `list_users` and then `get_user_details`. This sequence allows your agent to first list everyone, and then drill down into specific permission sets or roles needed for a task.

Yes. The `list_tags` tool is critical for governance because it shows exactly what classification system is in place. Your agent can then suggest new tags or identify gaps where compliance needs are not being met.

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