Scanning Cards

Scanning a Kanban card moves it from AVAILABLE to REQUESTED and adds the item to the Order Queue. This is the action that starts the replenishment loop.

This guide covers desktop and laptop scanning. A USB QR scanner connected to a desktop or laptop is the most common setup for shop floor scanning stations.

Method 1: Scan into the URL Bar

This is the fastest method for high-volume scanning:

Focus your browser on the URL/address bar (Ctrl+L on Windows, Cmd+L on Mac).
Scan the QR code on the Kanban card with your USB scanner.
The scanner inputs the card’s URL directly into the address bar, which opens the Arda scan modal automatically.
The item details appear in the modal.
Confirm the details and click to add the item to the cart or Order Queue.

Method 2: Use the In-App Scanner

Use this method if you prefer to stay inside the Arda interface:

Open live.app.arda.cards in your browser.
Click the “Scan Cards” button in the top navigation.
Point the scanner at the QR code on the Kanban card.
The scan modal opens with the item details.
Confirm the item and add it to the Order Queue.

Batching Multiple Scans

You can scan multiple cards in a single session:

After each scan, the system processes the card and returns to scan-ready state.
All scanned items accumulate in the Order Queue.
When you have finished scanning for the session, review the full queue and submit it to the Procurement Manager (David) for processing.

Tips

Keep the browser open to Arda at all times during a scanning session for the fastest flow.
Position the USB scanner close to the keyboard so you can scan, confirm, and move to the next card without reaching.
If a scan does not register, verify the QR code is clean and undamaged. Laminated cards resist wear better than unlaminated ones.

What Happens After Scanning

Scanning moves each card from AVAILABLE to REQUESTED. The Procurement Manager sees all REQUESTED cards in the Order Queue and places the orders. For the full card lifecycle, see Card States.