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Nov 4, 2026
The 7 Best BOM Management Software Options for Lean Hardware Teams in 2026
Modern hardware startups can get surprisingly far on ingenuity and Google Sheets—right up until the first engineering change order derails the whole operation. Version‑confused spreadsheets, supplier prices expiring overnight, and hand‑copied part numbers conspire to slow prototypes and inflate costs. No wonder the global bill‑of‑materials (BOM) software market is projected to jump from USD 8.20 billion in 2023 to USD 25.69 billion by 2033 (12.1% CAGR). If you’re an indie maker or small engineering team, switching to a dedicated BOM platform is one of the quickest ways to reclaim bandwidth. Below you’ll find seven best BOM management software.
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Sep 30, 2026
ChatGPT Space replaces Library for eligible users, while Projects stay separate
OpenAI's DevDay launch gives teams a shared home for pages and files. The current help guide draws important lines around Projects, mobile editing, inherited access and automatic page updates.
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ChatGPT plugins can now react to MCP events, with signed webhooks and clear limits
OpenAI's DevDay MCP Events launch lets a plugin start a ChatGPT workflow when its server reports a relevant change. The current integration uses verified, signed webhooks and leaves several mechanisms in the broader draft specification unsupported.
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Judge Dismisses xAI Trade Secret Lawsuit Against OpenAI With Prejudice
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