Getting Started with Pharmacy POS BD

Welcome to Pharmacy POS BD, a complete pharmacy management solution designed for retail and wholesale pharmacies in Bangladesh. This section will help you get started with the software quickly and confidently, even if you are using a computer-based pharmacy system for the first time.

1. System Requirements

Before using Pharmacy POS BD, make sure your computer meets the following minimum requirements:

Operating System: Windows 7 / 8 / 10 / 11
Processor: Intel or AMD (Dual Core or higher recommended)
RAM: Minimum 4 GB (8 GB recommended)
Storage: At least 500 MB free disk space
Display: Minimum 1366×768 resolution
Printer: Thermal or Laser printer (optional, for invoice printing)

💡 Pharmacy POS BD works offline, so no internet connection is required for daily billing and stock management.

2. Software Installation

Double-click the Pharmacy POS BD setup file.
Click Next and follow the on-screen instructions.
Choose the installation location (default is recommended).
Click Install and wait until the installation is complete.
Click Finish to launch the software.

After installation, a shortcut icon will appear on your desktop.

3. First-Time Launch

When you open Pharmacy POS BD for the first time:

The software will automatically prepare the local database.
You will be guided to the initial setup process.
No advanced technical configuration is required.

This ensures the software is ready for use within minutes.

4. Initial Setup (One-Time)

To start using the software properly, complete the following basic setup:

a) Pharmacy Information

Enter your pharmacy details:

Pharmacy Name
Address
Mobile Number
Invoice Footer Text (optional)

These details will appear on printed invoices and reports.

b) User Account

Create an Admin user with a secure password.
The Admin user has full access to all features.
Additional staff users can be created later with limited permissions.

5. Navigating the Dashboard

After login, you will see the Main Dashboard, which provides quick access to all important modules:

Sales / Billing
Purchase
Medicine Management
Stock & Expiry
Suppliers
Customers
Reports
Settings

The dashboard is designed to be simple and pharmacy-owner friendly, so daily tasks can be completed with minimal clicks.

6. Basic Workflow Overview

Here is the recommended order to start using Pharmacy POS BD:

Add Medicine Categories
Add Suppliers
Add Medicine Products (with MRP, batch, expiry)
Enter Opening Stock or Purchase
Start Billing / Sales
Review Reports daily

Following this workflow ensures accurate stock, expiry tracking, and profit calculation.

7. Data Safety & Backup

Pharmacy POS BD stores data securely on your local computer.
Regular backup is highly recommended.
You can easily export backup files and store them on:
- Pen drive
- External hard disk
- Cloud storage (optional)

🔐 Keeping regular backups protects your sales, stock, and customer data from accidental loss.

8. Getting Help

If you face any issues or need assistance:

Check the User Guide sections inside the software.
Contact your software provider for technical support.
Always keep your license information safe for future upgrades.

Getting Started with Pharmacy POS BD