Placement of orders should include

and should entail

following pharmacy-specific procedures for routine and emergency orders
expediting routine and emergency orders in compliance with legal, regulatory, professional, and manufacturers' requirements
prioritizing orders
verifying all orders prior to submission
following through to ensure appropriate medications and/or devices are received in a timely fashion.

Process/Skill Questions:

What are the advantages and disadvantages of each of the common methods of inventory control (e.g., prime vendor, just-in-time)?
What are the types of inventories that must be maintained to meet state and federal law?
What are the steps in each of the common methods for placing orders?
What are the typical procedures or avenues available to expedite emergency orders/prescriptions?
Why should pharmacy staff know the different methods available to fill emergency orders and prescription medications?