Uploading Your First BOM

Step-By-Step Guide

1. Go to the Project Management screen
2. Click the Upload button in the top right
3. Input Basic Information (Optional) 
   • Information such as customer, account owner, supplier profile, due date, description, attachments, and more. 
4. Click the Next Button
5. Upload a File
   • Choose your BOM file or drag and drop. The file can be PDF, CSV, or Excel format. Select a sheet to import (If there are multiple sheets). Add Batch sizes. 
6. Click the Continue Button in the top right
7. If your are uploading a PDF, you will need to select the table(s) you want to pull in from the PDF. This ensures the correct data is being extracted for further processing. 
8. Select the Header Row
   • This makes it easier to map the columns. You can proceed without a clear header, but it simplifies the mapping process. 
9. Map the Columns
   • Map the columns to the appropriate Breadboard categories. 
   • Tip: For BOMs with alternates across rows, use the "Line Item / Number" category to collapse on a common value. 
   • Tip: Utilize the delimiter functionality or map multiple columns to MPN to handle alternates. 
   • Tip: Reach out for assistance if needed; Breadboard is designed to handle most scenarios effectively.