--- title: "Plan Now: Everything You Need to Know About Tariffs, Timelines & New Tech" description: Upgrade your campus store tech now. Avoid tariffs, improve performance, and deliver a modern shopping experience with MBS. image: https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hubfs/Foreword_Online/2025%20FO%20art/Plan-Now-Everything-You-Need-to-Know_FO-Header_Proof-v1_250919.jpg --- - [Home](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com) - [View All Posts](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/all) - [Visit mbsbooks.com](https://www.mbsbooks.com/) [![MBS Foreword](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/logos/fo-logo-whiteblue-400x87-nj-26080601.png?width=400&name=fo-logo-whiteblue-400x87-nj-26080601.png "MBS Foreword")](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com) # Ideas, information and industry news for collegiate retailers # Plan Now: Everything You Need to Know About Tariffs, Timelines & New Tech Posted by Liz Schulte on 9/22/25, 6:30 AM Topics: [college bookstore industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-industry-trends), [campus store point of service](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-store-point-of-service), [college bookstore system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-system) 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.![Plan Now: Everything You Need to Know About Tariffs, Timelines and New Tech](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/2025%20FO%20art/Plan-Now-Everything-You-Need-to-Know_FO-Header_Proof-v1_250919.jpg?width=1200&height=627&name=Plan-Now-Everything-You-Need-to-Know_FO-Header_Proof-v1_250919.jpg) ## Unlock the Power of Modern Retail Technology The MBS system isn’t just a POS — it’s a flexible, comprehensive solution designed to streamline operations and elevate the student experience. It provides options for stores of every size to overcome their unique challenges and move forward into a new era of retail. Here are just a few ways campus stores are leveraging MBS to transform their services: **Café Functionality** Simplify food service and convenience item sales with an intuitive touchscreen interface that makes transactions quick and easy. **Touchless Checkout** Offer faster, frictionless checkout experiences with Apple Pay and Google Wallet — perfect for students on the go. **Locker Pickup Integration** Provide students with convenient, contactless pickup options that fit their busy schedules and enhance safety. ## Plan to Upgrade Your System Now Your campus store system is the most vital tool your store has. It affects every part of your business. Old, outdated, and inflexible systems decrease productivity, limit your capabilities and add unnecessary complications. That’s why it is important to take the steps necessary to upgrade. 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