BOM Management Reimagined: From Data to Decisions
Manage engineering Bills of Materials (BOMs) with Nora IPLM. Connect product structures, revisions, component relationships and updates in one flexible BOM management workspace.
BOM Management Made Simple: Creation, Navigation and Views
BOM Management Made Simple
Build and control engineering BOM structures in one place. Create and edit Bills of Materials, organize revisions and keep component data clear as products evolve.
- Create, organize and update BOMs
- Add attributes with precision
- Handle multi level hierarchies
- Mass commands and fast structure edits
Reverse and Diagram View Modes
Explore reverse and diagram BOM views to understand component relationships, parent-child structures and where-used dependencies.
- Reverse mode for where used traces
- Diagram view shows structure visually
- Identify parents and children instantly
- Spot insights and dependencies fast
Manage Complex BOM Structures Across the Product Lifecycle
Nora IPLM helps engineering teams manage multi-level BOMs, update components, compare baselines and keep product structures organized throughout development.
Explore Key BOM Management Features
Explore BOM creation, component relationships, multiple views, baseline comparisons and mass updates through the Nora IPLM interface.
Efficient BOM Management
Effortlessly create and manage Bills of Materials with streamlined processes designed for speed and accuracy.
Create Objects and Relationships Directly in Your BOM
Nora IPLM's flexible widget-based interface streamlines BOM updates by allowing users to quickly create new objects, such as items or documents, with minimal effort.
By integrating smoothly with existing BOM structures, the platform reduces manual errors and supports real-time updates without interrupting workflows.
Navigate complex BOMs without losing your place.
Nora IPLM offers commands designed to simplify navigation and analysis across complex product structures.
- Reverse BOM (Where Used) identifies dependencies and component usage.
- Expand All and Collapse All toggle between overview and detail.
- Expand levels one by one to drill down without losing the full structure.
Update BOM attributes directly and intuitively.
Users can modify data directly through double-click editing, the command bar, or a right-click menu, making attribute management more efficient and intuitive.
Visualize Multi-Level BOM Structures with Flexible Views
Nora IPLM's dynamic interface provides customizable views that adapt to unique user needs, whether handling simple structures or multi-level, complex BOMs.
Capture milestones and compare BOM changes.
Capture and keep the baselines of your BOMs, projects, or data at key milestones. Compare them side by side to analyze changes, track progress, and maintain alignment with your objectives.
Keep Product Components and BOM Data Connected
- Streamlines internal workflows for efficient BOM management.
- Delivers easy navigation, real-time updates, and adaptable functionality.
- Enables teams to prioritize product development and collaboration.
- Reduces errors and increases productivity.
- Offers a clear, organized view of product components.
- Intuitive interface for effortless BOM management.
Accurate BOMs drive quality, cost control, and collaboration.
Engineering BOM management connects product structure, cost, quality, and manufacturing readiness in one reliable view.
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BOM Management FAQs
What is BOM management?
BOM management is the process of creating, organizing, updating, and controlling the parts, components, documents, and subassemblies required to build a product.
Why is BOM management important for engineering teams?
It keeps product structure, revisions, dependencies, and manufacturing context aligned so teams can reduce errors and make faster decisions.
How does Nora IPLM help manage complex BOMs?
Nora IPLM supports multi-level structures, object relationships, baselines, flexible views, mass updates, and connected product data in one workspace.
Can teams compare BOM versions or milestones?
Yes. Teams can create baselines and compare them to understand what changed across releases, projects, and product milestones.
Does Nora IPLM support different BOM views?
Yes. Nora IPLM supports practical BOM views such as structure, flat, reverse, diagram, and tree-style views for different product questions.