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Independent College Bookstore Industry Trends: eCommerce

Posted by Liz Schulte on 4/12/21, 6:30 AM

One of the most important outlets for college bookstores is the eCommerce website. As the world around us continues to change and evolve, the eCommerce site has become increasingly important to the store’s relationship with students, the campus and the outside community. In the Independent College Bookstore Industry Trends: eCommerce White Paper, we take a look at how college stores have updated eCommerce sites for the immediate market shift.

Three Ways to Streamline Order Fulfillment

Posted by Liz Schulte on 4/5/21, 6:30 AM

Order processing for online orders needs to be fast and accurate. However, this can be a challenge with limited staff and resources. College store associates often have to fulfill many different roles in the store, and the recent uptick in online orders, while great for the store, might strain your traditional methods. How can college stores simplify online order processing?

Managing Buyback and Rental Returns Student Communication

Posted by Liz Schulte on 3/29/21, 6:00 AM

Buyback is an important event for the college store. It helps stores ensure you have the low-cost used book inventory necessary for the following term and gives students an easy time and place to return rental books. However, due to state, local and campus restrictions, it may not be possible to have an on-campus buyback this term.

Campus Store Conversations: How to Keep Your Website Content Fresh and Interesting

Posted by Liz Schulte on 3/22/21, 6:00 AM

The college store website is one of the primary avenues for customers to make purchases from your store and a great way to share information with students. However, how can you attract repeat visitors to your website? One method is to keep your site fresh with ever-changing content and up-to-date information.

Three Tips to Improve Your Alumni and Community Marketing

Posted by Liz Schulte on 3/17/21, 6:30 AM

The college store site is your most valuable resource for attracting alumni, parents and fans to shop from your store. However, these groups might not actively look for your store when they want to show their support for your college. So, how can you drive alumni and the extended campus community to your college store website?

Accelerating Change: How to Meet Today's Market Demands

Posted by Liz Schulte on 3/1/21, 6:00 AM

MBS was once again proud to take part in the ICBA conference this year and to support independent college stores. MBS Representatives enjoyed seeing and speaking with the many college store professionals in attendance. As always, it was great to hear what everyone is focused on for the spring term and the plans they are making for fall.

Plan an in-Person Buyback Event This Spring

Posted by Liz Schulte on 2/22/21, 6:30 AM

It’s nearly time for textbook buyback again. As the end of term swiftly approaches, it’s good to have a solid buyback plan in place that you can start communicating to students. An in-person buyback offers so many benefits to the college store and students. Today, we are going to look at ways stores can plan a safe, on-campus buyback this term.

Tips to Prepare for an MBS System Implementation

Posted by Liz Schulte on 2/17/21, 6:00 AM

Implementing a new retail system is a big job with a lot of different pieces that need to come together. However, going from an obsolete system to a complete omnichannel retail solution offers benefits that are well worth the effort.

South Central College Book Store Simplifies Online Shopping

Posted by Liz Schulte on 2/15/21, 6:00 AM

College bookstore websites have always been important. However, due to COVID-19 the college store website became the primary connection bookstores have with students. South Central College Book Store has worked hard to ensure that its website offers students easy access to current information, detailed how-to instructions and every product a student could buy in the store.

5 Ways to Update Your College Store Sales Strategy in 2021

Posted by Liz Schulte on 2/10/21, 6:30 AM

With more traffic being divided between brick-and-mortar stores and online retailers, it’s important that your store is ready to meet expectations both in-store and online. Think about the in-store experience for your shoppers. Where do most shoppers go when they come in? What are your bestselling products? By contemplating how in-store traffic patterns work, you can improve your website, make it easier for visitors to find what they are looking for, and improve the in-store and online experience.

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Independent College Bookstore Industry Trends: eCommerce

Three Ways to Streamline Order Fulfillment

Managing Buyback and Rental Returns Student Communication

Campus Store Conversations: How to Keep Your Website Content Fresh and Interesting

Three Tips to Improve Your Alumni and Community Marketing

Accelerating Change: How to Meet Today's Market Demands

Plan an in-Person Buyback Event This Spring

Tips to Prepare for an MBS System Implementation

South Central College Book Store Simplifies Online Shopping

5 Ways to Update Your College Store Sales Strategy in 2021

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