Affordable Access programs are helping colleges and universities deliver course materials with greater convenience, affordability, and accessibility for students. While the benefits are clear, managing these programs can create administrative challenges for campus stores.

The MBS collegiate retail system simplifies the process with powerful integrations and automated workflows that help stores save time, reduce manual effort, and improve the student experience.

An Integrated Affordable Access Solution

Through our integration with Verba | VitalSource, MBS provides campus stores with a platform for managing affordable access programs from adoption through billing.

Integrated Systems

MBS connects with Verba Collect and Verba Connect, allowing term, course, and adoption data to sync automatically each night. This continuous data exchange keeps both systems aligned and up to date, reducing the need for manual maintenance.

Easy Program Management

Faculty can indicate affordable access participation during the adoption process, making implementation simple from the start. Store staff can quickly designate courses and titles as affordable access, even after adoption has been completed. Multiple format options, including print, digital, and lifetime access, can be managed within the same workflow.

Streamlined Billing

At census, billing files from Verba Connect can be imported directly into the MBS system. Whether processing student account charges or updating sales records, billing is completed efficiently without duplicate data entry.

Enhanced Online Student Experience

Students benefit from a clear and intuitive shopping experience on your store website. Affordable access materials are automatically identified, "Add to Cart" buttons are removed for confirmed participating titles, and census deadlines are displayed to help students make informed opt-in or opt-out decisions.

Efficiency for Stores and a Great Experience for Students

Managing affordable access programs doesn't have to be complicated. With the MBS collegiate retail system, campus stores can automate key processes, improve operational efficiency, and provide a seamless experience for faculty and students alike.

Ready to simplify your Affordable Access program? Partner with MBS to streamline management, reduce administrative workload, and support student success.