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Inventory Management Process in Pharmacy

Start computer system and open inventory management software

Check and update supplier information

Import fresh supplies data

Cross-check supplies quantity with on-hand inventory

Approval: Inventory Check

Identify expired, damaged or obsolete inventory

Request restocking for low running medicines

Update inventory list post restock

Verify the purchase and supply log

Update unit costs of inventory items

Generate inventory reports

Notify any discrepancies or variances in inventory report

Approval: Inventory Report

Implement corrective action for discrepancies

Prepare and update inventory budget

Verify that medicines are correctly stored by checking storage conditions

Confirm completion of inventory management process

Log out from the System

Shut down the computer system

Start computer system and open inventory management software

Begin by turning on the computer system and launching the inventory management software. This task is crucial as it allows access to the necessary tools for effective inventory management. Ensure that the software is up to date and functioning properly. Are there any potential challenges related to starting the computer system or opening the software? How can these challenges be resolved?

Potential challenges

Resolution for potential challenges