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Illustrative example

Finding answers in approved company documents

A bounded assistant searches an approved collection, returns source references, and escalates when the documents do not support an answer. Access and evaluation come before wider rollout.

A proposed workflow for discussion. This is not a client project, testimonial, or measured result.

The problem to address

Staff search several folders or ask colleagues for the same policy and process answers. Outdated documents can lead to inconsistent advice.

A possible workflow

  1. Sources are approved and versioned
  2. Staff ask a work-related question
  3. The assistant retrieves relevant material
  4. An answer includes source references
  5. Uncertain questions go to a person

How to judge whether it helps

Record the current process first, then agree a target and review the same measures after launch.

  • Answers supported by the cited documents
  • Time spent finding a correct answer
  • Escalations handled by a person
  • Questions answered from outdated material

What needs to be checked first

AI may give incorrect answers. Test representative questions, enforce source access, and keep human review for consequential decisions.