Construction projects can be very complex; with so many steps in the process and so many people working on the project, everyone involved must know what the project entails. This is where BOMs comes in. BOM stands for bill of materials. It is a document that outlines the raw materials and instructions needed to construct a product. A well-managed BOM will usually include names, numbers, and purchasing information for different parts. It has information on the phase or stage each part is at in its lifecycle, description of each part, quantity, or the number of parts used in each assembly, unit of measure, procurement type, reference designators, and BOM notes.
A well-managed BOM helps streamline the purchasing process, improve cost estimation, delivery schedule, and material requirement and approval, among many other things. BOMs can vary in scale and type. Some are multi-level and some are single-level. They can pertain to different teams who may choose to manage them differently. No matter how you choose to layout a BOM here are a few key things to include to ensure an effective BOM process.
EVOLVE is a software and service company committed to the construction industry. It helps improve visibility and profitability while enabling faster workflow, fewer errors, higher quality results, and greater collaboration. By using EVOLVE, you can greatly improve your company’s BOM process. Schedule a demo today!
A well-managed BOM helps streamline the purchasing process, improve cost estimation, delivery schedule, and material requirement and approval, among many other things. BOMs can vary in scale and type. Some are multi-level and some are single-level. They can pertain to different teams who may choose to manage them differently. No matter how you choose to layout a BOM here are a few key things to include to ensure an effective BOM process.
- Create Categories
- Share BOM Early
- Cost Analysis
- Include Pictures and URLs
- Don’t Use Excel
EVOLVE is a software and service company committed to the construction industry. It helps improve visibility and profitability while enabling faster workflow, fewer errors, higher quality results, and greater collaboration. By using EVOLVE, you can greatly improve your company’s BOM process. Schedule a demo today!