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The Campus Store Advantage: Engaging Students Beyond the Transaction

Posted by Liz Schulte on 7/20/26, 10:00 AM

As a new semester begins, campus stores have a unique opportunity to strengthen student engagement. Through clear communication, affordable course material options, transparency, and exceptional service, your store can become an indispensable resource for student success.

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Campus Store Data Made Simple: Essential Tools, Reports, and Tips

Posted by Liz Schulte on 12/15/25, 7:00 AM

Data-driven decisions help you optimize campus store inventory, improve customer engagement, and boost profitability. That’s where MBS’ data tools come in. From textbook management to targeted marketing, these tools provide the reports and analytics you need to stay ahead.

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Plan Now: Everything You Need to Know About Tariffs, Timelines & New Tech

Posted by Liz Schulte on 9/22/25, 6:30 AM

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.

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Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Campus Store System

Posted by Liz Schulte on 6/30/25, 6:30 AM

Your store’s collegiate retail system is part of nearly everything you do in the store. It has the power to improve store processes or offer store associates the tools they need to provide truly outstanding customer service. When the time comes to replace your collegiate retail system, what are the most important metrics to look at to ensure you get the best system for your store.

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Strategies to Decrease Cart Abandonment

Posted by Liz Schulte on 12/16/24, 9:02 AM

You work hard to engage and encourage online shoppers to visit your website. The shopper loads up a virtual shopping cart, but then something happens before checkout is completed. What do you do next? Is that sales opportunity gone? Do you try to reach the shopper again?

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