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## [Pre-Rush System Readiness Checklist](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/reopening-strong-system-readiness-checklist)

 Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 8/17/26, 6:30 AM

 Topics: [textbook rush](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-rush), [college retail system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-retail-system), [college retail customer experience](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-retail-customer-experience), [MBS tools and resources](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/mbs-tools-and-resources)

Before rush starts, we recommend taking time to verify critical store technology is operating as it should. Taking this step helps to prevent transaction delays, customer frustration, and operational disruptions throughout the busiest time of year.

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