Katana's Shop Floor Control (SFC) app allows operators to use barcode scanning to streamline inventory updates and task completion. This reduces manual input, improves speed, and ensures more accurate stock tracking during manufacturing.
What barcode scanning can be used for
In the Shop Floor App, operators can scan barcodes to:
Add new ingredients to a manufacturing order (MO)
Search for ingredients in the Recipe / BOM of an MO
Report the actual quantity of ingredients consumed
Assign batch numbers using a batch barcode
These actions make it easier for operators to interact with the production process directly from their devices.
Enabling barcode scanning
Before using barcode scanning, make sure the barcode scanning feature is turned on in the Shop Floor App. This setting enables the app to use the device's camera to scan barcodes.
If items or batch numbers do not already have printed barcode labels, you'll need to generate and print barcode labels first.
Supported barcode types
Katana supports common barcode formats used for:
Inventory items
Ingredients
Batch numbers
You can scan barcodes from a printed label or directly from a screen using a mobile device’s camera.
Summary
Action | What happens |
Scan barcode for ingredient | Finds or adds the ingredient to the MO |
Scan to report consumption | Enters the used amount of an ingredient |
Scan batch barcode | Links a specific batch to a consumed ingredient |
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