A BOM item is a product that consists of several individual components or sub-assemblies. The BOM defines the exact composition of the item, including the quantity and type of components required. BOM items are often used in the manufacturing industry, trade and logistics to manage and produce complex products.
Typical software functions in the “BOM items” area:
Parts list creation: tools for creating and structuring multi-level parts lists.
Component management: Adding, removing or replacing components in the parts list.
Quantity calculation: Automatic calculation of the required quantities for each component based on the production quantity.
Version control: Manage different versions of BOMs and track changes.
Cost analysis: Calculation of the total cost of a product based on the cost of the individual components.
Integration with ERP systems: Linking BOM data with other company processes such as procurement and warehouse management.