Attention MBS Store Technology Solution Partners: Don’t forget to save the date {October 27-31, 2025) for the virtual MBS Store Technology Solutions’ Fall Forums training events.
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Attention MBS Store Technology Solution Partners: Don’t forget to save the date {October 27-31, 2025) for the virtual MBS Store Technology Solutions’ Fall Forums training events.
Faculty and bookstore staff are busy. Each has their own deadlines and sometimes those deadlines might not line up with each other. That’s why communication is key.
How can your campus store buyback and rental return messaging stand out this term? The answer lies in smart, streamlined communication that is aided by the MBS system’s communication tools.
Equip your campus store to thrive in a rapidly changing retail landscape. From traditional point-of-sale capabilities tailored specifically for campus stores to cutting-edge innovations, MBS helps your store stay ahead of the curve and exceed customer expectations in store and online.
Data-driven decisions are important in the course material landscape. Data helps campus stores explain their business to administrators and enables you to explain how key school initiatives like affordability, digital, and inclusive access change the college store landscape. When preparing for these conversations, one key metric that can help campus stores shape strategy and strengthen campus partnerships is calculating your store’s digital sales mix.
Students are back and the temperatures are cooling — fall is in the air. It’s the perfect time for cozy campus store events that will draw a crowd and increase sales. Here are five events your campus store could host this autumn.
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MBS will be closed Monday, September 1, 2025, in observance of Labor Day.
Affordable Access programs transform how students receive course materials, providing improved access, convenience and affordability. However, managing these programs can be complex for campuses. That’s where MBS Store Technology Solutions steps in. Our powerful tools and integrations make inclusive access management more streamlined while adding efficiency.
Students expect a seamless campus store experience when picking up course materials. Behind the scenes, college stores must prepare to manage a surge of online orders, especially during rush periods. To keep operations smooth and students satisfied, stores need to streamline their web order fulfillment processes. Here’s how:
Campus store and faculty want to do what’s best for students. Despite the shared goal, there are often challenges when it comes to course material adoptions. Both groups are busy, each face their own deadlines and the store’s timeline for faculty adoptions may not always match with faculty’s preferred timeline. Strengthen your campus store’s faculty communication to improve student affordability and options.
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