For most individuals involved in outsourced contract manufacturing, Bill of Materials is a common term. For the few that aren’t familiar, the Bill of Materials (BOM for short) is a spreadsheet document that lists out all parts needed to complete a build and it is a major aspect of the supporting documentation needed to deliver an RFQ/RFP.
With component sizes shrinking and board complexity rising, maintaining a quality standard is challenging. Luckily, the systems responsible for identifying quality defects have also undergone technological advancements. As a contract manufacturer, we have to identify trends early and adopt the technologies that create value for us and ultimately our customers. Here are three quality processes we offer that help deliver great products to you.