Problem
Teams want agent help for real workflows, not isolated prompts. The hard part is orchestration quality under constraints.
Approach
Arcan is a Next.js product (live at arcan.la) that focuses on explicit workflow structure:
- clear task boundaries with typed inputs and outputs
- tool-first execution paths where agents use defined tools, not freeform generation
- observable state transitions visible to operators in real-time
- deterministic outputs for key actions like approvals, notifications, and data writes
Workflow types include procurement intake, document review, compliance auditing, and multi-step data processing — tasks where operators need reliability, not creativity.
Architecture overview
The product layer stays simple for operators — they see tasks, status, and results. The orchestration layer underneath handles retries, state evolution, and edge conditions. This separation means UX can evolve without touching the execution engine, and vice versa.
Current status
Active build and iteration with ongoing UX and reliability improvements. Production deployments serving real operator workflows.
Why it matters
Arcan is a proving ground for turning agent capability into dependable workflow throughput.