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# Approve Purchases

### **Step 1: Submit Purchase Order for Approval** [0:00](https://loom.com/share/37cb13c6737b4caba27c59a018d33ae3?t=0)

* Ensure that the purchase order is complete with all necessary lines, fees, and taxes.
* Click on 'Approval Setup' to configure the approval process.
* Set the approval threshold (e.g., $2,000) and designate the engineering team as the approvers.

### **Step 2: Review Purchase Order** [0:27](https://loom.com/share/37cb13c6737b4caba27c59a018d33ae3?t=27)

* As the reviewer, navigate to the review section of the purchase order system.
* Click on 'Reviews' to find the purchase order that needs approval.
* Check who is responsible for reviewing the order.

### **Step 3: Assign Review Responsibility** [0:45](https://loom.com/share/37cb13c6737b4caba27c59a018d33ae3?t=45)

* If necessary, assign the review task to yourself by selecting the appropriate option.
* Ensure you have the required roles and permissions to approve or reject the purchase order.

### **Step 4: Approve Purchase Order** [1:05](https://loom.com/share/37cb13c6737b4caba27c59a018d33ae3?t=65)

* Click on the 'Approve' button to approve the purchase order.
* Confirm that the status of the purchase order changes to 'Approved'.

### **Step 5: Notify and Mark as Ordered** [1:23](https://loom.com/share/37cb13c6737b4caba27c59a018d33ae3?t=83)

* The original owner of the purchase order should send an email to notify relevant parties.
* Use the email client that opens to send the purchase order.
* Click the Order button to mark the Purchase as Ordered after emailing the relevant supplier.

#### Cautionary Notes

* Ensure all details in the purchase order are accurate before submission to avoid delays in approval.
* Double-check the approval threshold to ensure it aligns with company policy.

#### Tips for Efficiency

* Familiarize yourself with the purchase order system to navigate quickly.
* Keep a checklist of required information for purchase orders to streamline the submission process.

#### Link to Loom

<https://loom.com/share/37cb13c6737b4caba27c59a018d33ae3>