What makes Scanlily different from other inventory systems?

Scanlily uses URL-based QR codes that work as web links, allowing anyone to scan items with a regular phone camera and view information in their browser without installing an app.

Do I need the app to view item information?

No, you can use your phone's built-in camera to scan Scanlily QR codes and view item information in a web browser. The app is only needed for full inventory management and editing capabilities.

Who can use Scanlily?

Both businesses managing equipment fleets and consumers organizing their belongings can use Scanlily. It's designed to serve professional and personal inventory needs.

What kind of notifications does Scanlily support?

Scanlily can send email and push notifications for maintenance due dates, item returns, reorder points, and other important inventory events you configure.

Can Scanlily work as an equipment reservation system?

Yes, Scanlily includes equipment reservation capabilities with automated reminders to ensure borrowed items are returned on time.

What is the Attachments feature?

Attachments allow multiple users to add photos, audio clips, documents, and timestamped notes to items, creating a collaborative conversation thread about each asset.

How does the collaborative aspect work?

Multiple users on your account can add attachments to items, creating a chronological record of observations, maintenance, and history that everyone can see.

Can I customize the fields in Scanlily?

Yes, Scanlily offers many standard fields to choose from, and you can create custom fields when the standard options don't meet your specific needs.

What kind of reporting does Scanlily provide?

Scanlily offers detailed reporting options through its administrative website, enabling data-driven decisions about equipment utilization, maintenance, and inventory management.

How does Scanlily track equipment loans?

Scanlily keeps track of equipment check-ins, checkouts, who last used items, current locations, and when items are due to be returned.

Is there help documentation available?

Yes, the administrative website includes hundreds of help pages to guide users through all features and capabilities.

Can I track maintenance history?

Yes, you can review an item's complete service history and set reminders for upcoming maintenance tasks.

How do the QR codes help with workflow efficiency?

The URL-based QR codes eliminate app installation requirements for viewing information, making it faster to share item details with team members, customers, or stakeholders.

What happens when someone scans a QR code without the app?

The QR code opens a web page showing all the stored information about that item, allowing instant access without any software installation.

Can I use Scanlily for both business and personal organization?

Yes, Scanlily is designed to serve both professional equipment management needs and personal organization projects with the same powerful features.

Does Scanlily have AI features?

Yes, Scanlily has added AI image recognition capabilities that can automatically identify items from photographs and generate detailed descriptions, though this feature came after this introductory video was created.

How does the multi-user collaboration work?

Multiple users on an account can view items, add attachments, leave notes, and contribute to the collaborative record of each asset.

What makes Scanlily intuitive to use?

Scanlily is designed with user-friendly workflows, clear interfaces, extensive help documentation, and features like URL-based QR codes that work without specialized training.

Can I track when maintenance is due?

Yes, you can set maintenance schedules and receive automated email notifications when maintenance tasks are due.

How does Scanlily help reduce equipment losses?

By tracking who has equipment, when it's due back, sending return reminders, and maintaining location information, Scanlily helps ensure items don't get lost or forgotten.

Scanlily Overview

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