Capterra Glossary
Bill of Materials (BOM)
A bill of materials (BOM) is a list of items or raw materials used to produce products and structures. A BOM might include:
The make and/or model of components used to manufacture products or build structures.
The number of items or raw materials required by an organization.
The cost of these items or materials.
The name of the manufacturer or service provider providing items or materials to an organization.
For example, a BOM for a car will likely include vehicle parts, such as wheels and brakes, in addition to costs and quantities of these parts.
What Small and Midsize Businesses Need to Know About Bill of Materials (BOM)
An SMB might create a BOM to communicate with manufacturers, balance costs, and improve production and manufacturing workflows in its organization.