BOM (Bill of Materials)

A Bill of Materials (BOM) is a comprehensive list that details all the ingredients or components needed to create a product. Imagine it as a recipe for making a dish: it specifies what items are required, their quantities, and sometimes the order they need to be assembled. In manufacturing, a BOM helps ensure that all necessary materials are available, enabling efficient production and accurate costing. It can include raw materials, parts, and even sub-assemblies, serving as an essential reference for engineers, production teams, and suppliers throughout the product lifecycle.