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Can I ask Erix AI questions about project management?
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You can ask Erix AI any question about project management by clicking on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar. Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about project management (e.g., What is a milestone?)

Note: Click here to view what questions are supported by Erix AI.

Can I ask Erix AI questions about email generating queries?
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You can ask Erix AI questions about email generating queries, first open the desired project. Click on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar.  Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about email generating queries (e.g., Generate an email about project status.)

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Can I ask Erix AI questions about cash flow and budget?
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You can ask Erix AI questions about cash flow and budget, first open the desired project. Click on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar. Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about cash flow and budget (e.g., What is the total cost for tasks scheduled this week?)

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Can I ask Erix AI questions about resource usage?
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You can ask Erix AI questions about resource usage, first open the desired project. Click on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar. Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about resource usage (e.g., What tasks is [resource_name] working on?)

Note: Erix AI can show only 5 resources/tasks per answer, to see the full list of resources, ask Erix AI to show them by typing in “Show next tasks” and press Enter.
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Can I ask Erix AI questions about resource status?
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You can ask Erix AI questions about resource status, first open the desired project. Click on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar. Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about resource status (e.g., What resources are overallocated?

Note: Erix AI can show only 5 resources per answer, to see the full list of resources, ask Erix AI to show them by typing in “Show next tasks” and press Enter.
Note: Click here to view what questions are supported by Erix AI.

Can I ask Erix AI questions about task status?
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You can ask Erix AI questions about task status, first open the desired project. Click on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar. Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about task status (e.g., What tasks are late?)
Note: Erix AI can show only 5 tasks per answer, to see the full list of tasks, ask Erix AI to show them by typing in “Show next tasks” and press Enter.
Note: Click here to view what questions are supported by Erix AI.

Can I ask Erix AI questions about project status?
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You can ask Erix AI questions about project status, first open the desired project. Click on the Chat with Erix button from the Quick Access Toolbar. Either click on a conversation starter from the center section or type in a question about project status (e.g., Is my project on schedule?)

Note: Click here to view what questions are supported by Erix AI.

How do I access Erix AI in Project Plan 365?
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To access Erix AI, in the Project Plan 365 application, click on the Chat with Erix button and start the conversation.

What is Erix AI?
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Erix AI is an advanced AI-powered assistant within Project Plan 365 that can answer project management-related questions, provide task and resource status updates, deliver project insights and even generate projects.

Can I continue working with Erix after project generation?
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After a project is generated, Erix.AI automatically opens and can be used to continue discussing the generated project and ask additional project-related questions.
Why did project generation fail?
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Project generation may fail due to temporary connectivity issues, unsupported application versions, invalid uploaded files, or service availability issues. If generation fails, verify your internet connection and try again.
How long does project generation take?
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Project generation time depends on the amount of information provided and any uploaded files. Most projects are generated automatically within a short period of time.
Can I skip optional sections during project creation?
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The Milestones, Project Documentation and Project Timeline sections are optional and can be skipped during project creation.
Can I edit the generated project after it is created?
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After the project is generated and opened in Project Plan 365, you can edit tasks, durations, dependencies, resources, milestones, calendars, and other project details using the standard Project Plan 365 features.
What information should I include in the Project Description in Erix.AI dialog?
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The Project Description should contain enough information for Erix.AI to understand the project scope and objectives.For best results, include details such as project goals, major deliverables, project phases, business requirements, key features, constraints, important dates, or preferred project methodology.
What happens when I upload an MPP file in Erix.AI dialog?
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Erix.AI uses the uploaded Microsoft Project template as a reference when generating the project. The generated project may preserve elements such as project structure, hierarchy, phases, milestones, and scheduling information from the uploaded template.
What happens when I upload a PDF file in Erix.AI dialog?
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Erix.AI analyzes the content of the PDF and uses the information to generate tasks, phases, milestones, and project deliverables relevant to the provided requirements.
What types of files can I upload in Erix.AI dialog?
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Erix.AI supports:
  • PDF files containing project requirements, specifications, or supporting documentation.
  • Microsoft Project (.MPP) files used as project templates.
Do I need to upload a PDF or MPP file in Erix.AI dialog?
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File uploads are optional. You can create a project using only the required Project Name and Project Description fields.
Can Erix.AI generate Milestones automatically?
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Even if no milestones are provided, Erix.AI may generate milestones based on the project description, uploaded files, and project context.
Can I delete a Milestone after adding it in Erix.AI dialog?
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Milestones can be removed before generating the project. To remove a milestone, click the Delete icon associated with the milestone entry.
How many Milestones can I add in Erix.AI dialog?
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You can add up to 5 milestones during project creation. Each milestone can include a name and target date to help define key project objectives and deadlines.
What are Milestones used for by Erix.AI?
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Milestones can be used to identify important project events, deliverables, approvals, or target dates. Providing milestones helps Erix.AI better understand the desired project outcomes and incorporate those checkpoints into the generated project plan.
Do I need to add Milestones in Erix.AI dialog?
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Adding milestones is optional. You can generate a project without defining any milestones. If milestones are provided, Erix.AI will consider them when creating the project structure and schedule.
What information is required to create a project with Erix.AI?
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To generate a project with Erix.AI, you must provide a Project Name and a Project Description. These fields are required and provide Erix.AI with the information needed to generate a project plan.
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