Bill of Materials / BOM

The “Bill of Materials,” commonly referred to as the BOM, is simply a list. In the case of a PCB design, the Bill of Materials is a list of all that is needed in the manufacturing process to build a specific printed circuit board. Follow our resources to learn more about Design Data Management and a Bill of Materials.

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SiliconExpert Integration: Onboarding Guide 1 min Guide Books PCB Design Engineers

Systems Engineers/Architects

Learn how to get started with SiliconExpert Integration and enrich your parts with valuable information like live YTEOL, lifecycle, and compliance data. This guide provides resources on key onboarding objectives and best practices.

Assembly Assistant: Onboarding Guide 1 min Guide Books PCB Design Engineers

Manufacturing Engineers

Learn how to use Altium 365's PCB Assembly Assistant to accelerate PCB prototyping and short-run manufacturing with component-level board assembly lists. This onboarding guide includes step-by-step instructions, best practices, and additional resources to get started.

What Is BOM Management? A Practical Guide to Avoiding Costly Part Mismatches 11 min Guide Books PCB Design Engineers

PCB Design Engineers

Procurement Managers

Electrical Engineers

Streamline BOM management. Discover how real-time data, collaboration, and automation simplify procurement, reduce risks, and enhance PCB design efficiency.

Design for Manufacturing Guidebook 106 min Guide Books

This guidebook offers a comprehensive look at design for manufacturing, and how to ensure your PCB design will be manufacturable at high yield. We've included over 100 pages with detailed examples, a huge glossary, and much more.

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From Design to First Assembly: Complete Your BOM & Plan Your Build 23 min Webinars PCB Design Engineers

PCB Design Engineers

Discover how BOM Portal and Assembly Assistant take you from a released design to prototype-ready in minutes, not days.

How BOM Portal supports R&D and Procurement with DFM & DFC analysis throughout the entire product lifecycle 35 min Webinars PCB Design Engineers

PCB Design Engineers

Electrical Engineers

Explore how shared BOM projects help R&D and procurement teams collaborate more effectively.

Altium Designer Overview 88 min Webinars

Altium Designer is the #1 PCB design tool for a reason. Join us for this live webinar and get an

Ensuring Electronic Component Traceability From Idea to Innovation 36 min Thought Leadership Procurement Managers

Procurement Managers

Manufacturing Engineers

Watch the webinar to learn how to achieve full transparency, improve collaboration, and ensure compliance throughout your entire supply chain—whether

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Customer Success Stories Benchmark Electronics Discover how Benchmark eliminated manual processes, improved cross-team visibility, and accelerated product development with Altium solutions.

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Technical Documentation BOM CoDesign When BOM.CoDesign is in the Released state - update the blue box below with the source code of the 'Public Feature Moves to Released' snippet. The BOM CoDesign functionality is available when the BOM.CoDesign option is enabled in the Advanced Settings dialog. The BOM CoDesign functionality facilitates collaborative BOM design between the ECAD and Procurement domains. This functionality enables…

Technical Documentation BOM Management with ActiveBOM Good component selection underlies the success of every electronic product - so just how does the designer go about choosing the most appropriate component? Gone are the days of the design engineer thumbing through their dog-eared component data book, jotting down a part number on a paper parts list, and throwing that parts list over the wall to purchasing when it is time for the first production…

Technical Documentation Preparing a BOM in the Report Manager The Bill of Materials, or BOM, is a key ingredient of the data set generated from a board design project. This report-type document provides a listing of all components required to build the product, including the bare board, which is essentially the base 'component' upon which all other parts are assembled. The BOM acts as a guide for what needs to be procured to build the product as designed…

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Integrated Supply Chain and BOM Management 1 min Blog Procurement Managers

Procurement Managers

Compliance Engineer

A governed BOM that connects design, procurement, manufacturing, and enterprise systems with real‑time supply‑chain intelligence for consistent execution

When Should You Send a PCB For a Budgetary Quote? 8 min Blog Engineering Managers

Engineering Managers

Project Leads

Get a budgetary PCB quote before your layout is complete. Altium Develop's live BOM management and shared cloud workspace give manufacturers the data they need early.

Case Study: How Companies Transformed Sourcing with the Octopart BOM Tool 7 min Blog Procurement Managers

Procurement Managers

Project Leads

Learn how companies cut sourcing chaos with the Octopart BOM Tool. Surface lifecycle and compliance risks early. Price like production.

The AI-Driven Procurement Revolution: How Smart BOM Management Is Reshaping Electronics Sourcing in the Future 3 min Blog Procurement Managers

Procurement Managers

Learn about the transformative role of AI and smart BOM management in enhancing electronics sourcing and procurement strategies. The forecast for procurement analytics is promising, signaling its growing strategic importance amid ongoing global supply chain challenges. By embracing advanced technologies rather than relying on outdated practices, organizations can achieve better visibility, anticipate disruptions, and ultimately gain a competitive edge. With sophisticated tools available, the shift from traditional BOM management to a dynamic, real-time approach is essential for success in the evolving landscape of electronics. **Takeaways from the article:** - Understanding the significance of AI-driven BOM management for competitive advantage in procurement. - Recognition of the need to evolve beyond traditional practices to adapt to changing electronics demands. - Insights into how new technologies can enhance visibility and responsiveness in supply chain management. Stay informed and empowered to embrace the future of procurement by diving into this insightful article!