Extraction
The step where rows are pulled from the drawing or source packet.
AI BOM
Drawing-to-BOM extraction that cuts rebuild and cleanup
AI extraction for bill-of-material workflows
Glossary
The words teams use when they build a BOM
Use this glossary when the same drawing, row, or export is being described with different words by different people.
Validation
The review step that checks whether the extracted rows are good enough to use.
Handoff
The point where the BOM moves from the builder to the person who needs it.
Source issue
The version of the drawing or packet that the BOM should match.
01
Use one label for each step
BOM work gets messy when the team uses different labels for the same stage.
- Keep the source name stable.
- Keep the row labels short.
- Keep the review terms consistent across the file and the pages around it.
02
Why the glossary matters
A shared vocabulary makes the process easier to train, easier to review, and easier to explain.
- Less confusion at setup.
- Fewer questions during review.
- Cleaner handoff to the next team.
03
Next question to answer
If the terms are clear, move into the checklist or the side-by-side checks.
- BOM extraction checklist
- AI BOM generator
- Excel vs AI BOM
Questions estimators and coordinators ask
Who needs this glossary?
Anyone who builds, checks, or uses a BOM and wants the team to use the same words for the same step.
What should the team check after the glossary?
Use the checklist if the current process needs tightening, or open the side-by-side comparisons if the team is still choosing a tool.