This comprehensive white paper explains SBOMs and why they are foundational to software supply chain security. Page 1 compares an SBOM to an ingredients list, detailing how it exposes dependencies, transitive components, vulnerabilities, and licensing obligations. It outlines benefits including security assessment, license compliance, dependency health, and transparency for customers. It reviews regulatory drivers such as U.S. Executive Orders, EU Cyber Resilience Act, and FDA expectations. The document also covers SBOM formats (SPDX, CycloneDX), completeness requirements, update processes, automation needs, and how SCA tools help maintain accurate, actionable inventories.

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