--- title: MBS Foreword | benefits of online retail description: benefits of online retail | Ideas, information and industry news for collegiate retailers --- - [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 ### Articles tagged "Benefits-of-online-retail" ## [Campus Stores Enhance the Student Experience](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/campus-stores-enhance-the-student-experience) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 5/5/25, 6:30 AM Topics: [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [campus bookstore marketing](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-bookstore-marketing), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) The experience students have in your store contributes to their overall impression of your college. When students experience positive, knowledgeable and helpful service from the bookstore, they feel welcomed into the campus community. This person-to-person attention also gives students another trusted campus resource that they can turn to with questions. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/campus-stores-enhance-the-student-experience) ## [Ramp Up Buyback and Rental Return Communication](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/ramp-up-buyback-and-rental-return-communication) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 4/21/25, 6:30 AM Topics: [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail), [college bookstore system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-system), [campus store pos](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-store-pos) Between now and when students move out, plan to send multiple reminders (email and/or text message) detailing how and where to sell back or return their books. Keep the messages concise while also highlighting the benefits of selling their books back to the campus store. However, is there something more your store can do? If you have the MBS system, the answer is yes. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/ramp-up-buyback-and-rental-return-communication) ## [Best Tips to Increase Campus Store Revenue in 2025](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/best-tips-to-increase-campus-store-revenue-in-2025) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 1/27/25, 6:30 AM Topics: [mobile technology](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/mobile-technology), [social media marketing](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/social-media-marketing), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) With 2024 behind us and 2025 underway, let’s take a moment to look back at some of the best tips from 2024 on how to strengthen your college store’s market position. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/best-tips-to-increase-campus-store-revenue-in-2025) ## [3 Key Takeaways From MBS Forums](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-key-takeaways-from-mbs-forums) Posted by [Guest Contributor](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/guest-contributor) on 4/29/24, 6:30 AM Topics: [training](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/training), [college retail system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-retail-system), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) At the beginning of April, MBS Store Technology Solutions held its biannual training event for system partners. Forums is always a great week of learning and networking for campus stores. MBS System Sales Consultant Jeremy Hawkins joins us today to share three takeaways he learned through the weeklong event. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-key-takeaways-from-mbs-forums) ## [3 Things I Learned From the 2023 MBS Virtual Fall Forums](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-things-i-learned-from-the-2023-mbs-virtual-fall-forums) Posted by [Guest Contributor](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/guest-contributor) on 12/4/23, 6:30 AM Topics: [College store solutions](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-solutions), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail), [college bookstore system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-system) As a sales consultant with MBS Store Technology Solutions, I do not get to use the system the way a college store does. Undoubtedly, I learn something new or am reminded about a feature of the system with each encounter — whether through formal training, a store visit, or the implementation process with a new system partner. This year’s virtual fall forums training event was no exception. I want to take a moment to share some of the sessions that stuck with me. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-things-i-learned-from-the-2023-mbs-virtual-fall-forums) ## [Highlight the Advantages of Shopping With the College Store](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/highlight-the-advantages-of-shopping-with-the-college-store) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 11/27/23, 8:00 AM Topics: [college bookstore industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-industry-trends), [College store solutions](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-solutions), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) Why is the campus store a great place for students, and the rest of the campus community, to shop? With the increase in competition, both on and off campus, it is important to remind your students, faculty and staff why the campus store should be their top choice. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/highlight-the-advantages-of-shopping-with-the-college-store) ## [University of Manitoba BookStore Embraces eCommerce and Strengthens Market Share](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/university-of-manitoba-bookstore-embraces-ecommerce-and-strengthens-market-share) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 8/28/23, 6:15 AM Topics: [case study](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/case-study), [advantages of ecommerce](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/advantages-of-ecommerce), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail), [college bookstore ecommerce](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-ecommerce) Before 2020, online sales were not a big part of the University of Manitoba (UM) BookStore’s revenue. The brick-and-mortar store served its campus while few students chose to shop online. However, after 2020, all of that changed. In order to continue to serve the school’s community, a robust online presence was essential. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/university-of-manitoba-bookstore-embraces-ecommerce-and-strengthens-market-share) ## [Increase Online Sales This Summer](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/increase-online-sales-this-summer) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 6/20/23, 7:00 AM Topics: [Marketing to Students](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/marketing-to-students), [college bookstore industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-industry-trends), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) In-store foot traffic probably slows down significantly over the summer. Take this natural lull to develop a strong eCommerce strategy that will boost your store’s online sales for the entire year and help increase summer sales. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/increase-online-sales-this-summer) ## [Reasons to Implement Price Matching](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/reasons-to-implement-price-matching) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 3/20/23, 6:30 AM Topics: [Bookstore marketing](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/bookstore-marketing), [campus bookstore marketing](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-bookstore-marketing), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) For most people, price matters. A great bargain can entice you to make an unplanned purchase. Likewise, a price tag higher than what you anticipated (or high shipping costs) can cause you to hesitate. Price matching is one way to reach price sensitive shoppers and increase sales. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/reasons-to-implement-price-matching) ## [2022 Best Practices for College Stores](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/2022-best-practices-for-college-stores) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 12/19/22, 6:15 AM Topics: [college bookstore industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-industry-trends), [marketing for college bookstores](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/marketing-for-college-bookstores), [benefits of online retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/benefits-of-online-retail) 2023 is almost here. After this week, Foreword Online will be taking a short break. We will return on January 9, 2023, with more helpful stories. Let’s take a moment to look back at 2022 and all that we have learned. 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