Software Composition Analysis (SCA) via SBOM
Today’s connected devices rely on a mix of in-house code, open-source libraries, and third-party software. That means most product makers have limited visibility into what’s actually running on their devices — and the risks that come with it.
That’s where SBOMs come in. They offer a clear inventory of all software components, helping teams spot vulnerabilities, stay compliant, and avoid surprises down the line.
When automated and paired with continuous monitoring, SBOMs don’t just tick a regulatory box — they accelerate development and boost security from the ground up.
What is an SBOM?
At its core, an SBOM (Software Bill of Materials) is a detailed list of all the software components that make up a product — whether built in-house, open source, or third-party. SBOMs were first introduced to improve product cybersecurity by making software components visible and traceable. They’ve since become a cornerstone of modern security and compliance, especially for connected devices where the attack surface grows with every dependency.
Securing the Software Supply Chain with SBOM
In an era of complex, interconnected systems, Software Bills of Materials (SBOMs) provide the transparency needed to identify risks early, respond to emerging threats, and meet evolving global security and compliance requirements.
SBOM & Supply Chain Security
Modern devices depend heavily on third-party and open-source components, increasing security risks throughout the software supply chain. High-profile incidents like SolarWinds and Log4Shell exposed the lack of visibility in many systems. A Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) addresses this by giving product teams a detailed view of all software components, enabling early risk detection, continuous monitoring, and rapid response to new threats.
The Compliance Is Catching Up
Global regulations are starting to demand what security teams have known all along: visibility matters. From U.S. Executive Orders to EU cybersecurity frameworks, SBOMs are becoming a must — not a nice-to-have.They’re now a key part of secure-by-design development, enabling both compliance and faster, safer product releases.
Why SBOMs Actually Matter (Beyond Compliance)
Yes, regulations are pushing SBOMs. But the smartest teams don’t treat them as a box to tick — they use them as a strategic tool to manage risk across the entire product lifecycle, from development to deployment (and way beyond).
Here’s where SBOMs bring real value for connected device manufacturers:
Building SBOMs at Scale Without Losing Your Mind
If you’ve tried generating SBOMs manually, you already know: it doesn’t scale.
Especially not when your devices include thousands of components, constant updates, and a web of dependencies from different suppliers.
For connected products, a real SBOM process means automation from the start. Otherwise, you’re always a step behind — and exposed.
What Should an SBOM Include? (Minimum Requirements)
To bring order to the chaos, the NTIA (U.S. National Telecommunications and Information Administration) published a set of minimum SBOM elements — a useful reference for any organization that wants to build SBOMs that are actually usable.
These guidelines aren’t just for compliance — they’re a solid foundation for improving visibility, automating processes, and reducing security risks across the software supply chain.
Every SBOM should include key data for each software component:
- Supplier name
- Component name
- Version
- Unique identifiers (e.g. CPE, SWID, PURL)
- Dependency relationships
- Author of the SBOM
- Timestamp
This information allows teams to track components, assess impact when vulnerabilities emerge, and keep inventories up to date.
For SBOMs to be scalable and actionable, they need to be machine-readable. Common formats include:
- SPDX
- CycloneDX
- SWID tags
At Orbik, we support ingestion and normalization of multiple SBOM formats — ensuring your data stays consistent, clean, and usable across your entire ecosystem.
A static SBOM is useless. It needs to evolve with your product. That’s why process matters:
- Frequency – Generate a new SBOM for every release or update. No exceptions.
- Depth – Go beyond top-level dependencies. The deeper the view, the better the control.
- Known Unknowns – Be clear about what’s missing or incomplete in your SBOM.
- Access & Delivery – SBOMs should be accessible to those who need them, with clear rules on format and integration.
- Error Tolerance – You won’t get it perfect at first. But done is better than perfect — and iteration leads to maturity.
At Orbik, we believe in living SBOMs — always up to date, always monitored. myorbik keeps your software inventories fresh and ties every component to real-time threat intelligence, so you're never flying blind.
Compliance That Moves at the Speed of Product
Regulations evolve. So should your compliance process.
Real cybersecurity means looking beyond SBOMs — into API calls, crypto use, license issues, PII, OS configs… the things that really make or break your risk posture.
With myorbik, your SBOMs stay alive and connected to everything else that matters.
You can’t bolt on security after release. It needs to grow with your product — from code to shipment and beyond.
And that starts with SBOMs done right.
Go Beyond the SBOM Checklist — with Orbik
At Orbik, we help device manufacturers bring security and compliance into every stage of the product lifecycle — without slowing down innovation.
Our platform, myorbik, is built to automate SBOM creation, vulnerability mapping, compliance workflows, and continuous monitoring — all in one place.
Why teams choose Orbik:
- SBOM generation, normalization and ingestion (SPDX, CycloneDX, SWID…)
- Continuous vulnerability tracking (CVEs y zero-days incluidos)
- Component lifecycle and version control
- Evidence generation for compliance (ISO/IEC, ETSI EN, IEC 62443, etc.)
- Built-in support for product security teams, from dev hasta PSIRT
Orbik is where product security happens — from day one, and every day after.
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