❓ FAQs for the Create a New Project Section

Below are detailed answers to the most common questions customers ask when creating a new project in Fabritec.

1️⃣ What is the difference between Job Number and Project Name?

Job Number is the unique identifier used internally across dashboards, reports, and tracking. It must be unique.
Project Name is the readable name shown on cards, lists, and exports.
Both appear across the system, but Job Number is the key reference used for sorting and filtering.

2️⃣ Can I edit project details after the project is created?

Yes — most fields can be edited later, including:

Customer name

Contact information

Scope of work

Surface area

However, Folder Structure cannot be changed after creation, and some address-related fields in linked buildings may require updates separately.

3️⃣ What happens if I choose the wrong Folder Structure? Can I change it?

No — the folder structure cannot be changed after the project is created.
This prevents conflicts or loss of documents already uploaded under the structure.
If a mistake occurs, the recommended approach is to create a new project with the correct structure.

4️⃣ Why is the Address required, and where is it used?

The project address is essential for:

Shipping operations

Delivery documentation

Reports

Project overview details

It ensures correct logistics and proper identification of project location.

5️⃣ Do Customer Email and Phone affect any system notifications?

Currently, customer email and phone are stored for reference and documentation.
They do not trigger automated notifications but are helpful for communication and exported reports.

6️⃣ Is the Scope of Work important for production and reporting?

Scope of Work is descriptive only and does not affect production logic, routing, or QC.
However, it appears in documents and helps teams understand project requirements.

7️⃣ What formats are allowed for Job Numbers?

Fabritec allows:

Numbers: 12345

Alphanumeric formats: MS2025-01

Custom codes: PROJ-A12-2025

Job Number must be unique, but the naming format is flexible.

Yes.
Many projects may belong to the same customer, using the same email, phone, and company name.

9️⃣ Is Surface Area mandatory, and how is it used?

No — Surface Area is optional.
It is mainly used for documentation, estimation, or BOQ-style references.
It does not impact production or routing calculations.

🔟 Why can’t I save the project? (Common validation errors)

The system will block creation if required fields are missing:

Job Number

Project Name

Customer

Scope of Work

Address

Folder Structure

Ensure these fields are filled to proceed successfully.

11️⃣ Can I clone or duplicate an existing project?

Currently, Fabritec does not support project cloning.
Each project must be created manually, but repeating clients and similar job structures make setup quick.

12️⃣ How does the selected folder structure affect project workflows?

The folder structure determines:

Where project files will be uploaded

How documents are organized

How engineers, QC, and shipping teams file documents

It does not affect production workflows directly, but it impacts document control and audit consistency.

13️⃣ Can I add multiple addresses for one project?

Yes.
You can save multiple addresses in the address list and select the correct one while adding buildings or during shipping operations.

14️⃣ Where does the project appear after creation?

Immediately after creation, the project appears in:

Home Page project cards

Projects List

Dashboards (once production begins)

15️⃣ Does creating a project automatically start production?

No.
Production only begins after you:

Create Buildings

Create Phases

Add Revisions

Release the Phase for Production

Until then, the project remains in setup mode.

FAQs for the Create a New Project

❓ FAQs for the Create a New Project Section#

1️⃣ What is the difference between Job Number and Project Name?#

2️⃣ Can I edit project details after the project is created?#

3️⃣ What happens if I choose the wrong Folder Structure? Can I change it?#

4️⃣ Why is the Address required, and where is it used?#

5️⃣ Do Customer Email and Phone affect any system notifications?#

6️⃣ Is the Scope of Work important for production and reporting?#

7️⃣ What formats are allowed for Job Numbers?#

8️⃣ Can multiple projects share the same customer and contact information?#

9️⃣ Is Surface Area mandatory, and how is it used?#

🔟 Why can’t I save the project? (Common validation errors)#

11️⃣ Can I clone or duplicate an existing project?#

12️⃣ How does the selected folder structure affect project workflows?#

13️⃣ Can I add multiple addresses for one project?#

14️⃣ Where does the project appear after creation?#

15️⃣ Does creating a project automatically start production?#