--- title: MBS Foreword | college store system description: college store system | 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 "College-store-system" ## [Upgrades, New Features, and Training Opportunities: Discover What’s Ahead for MBS Store Technology Solutions](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/upgrades-new-features-and-training-opportunities-discover-whats-ahead-for-mbs-store-technology-solutions) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 1/26/26, 6:30 AM Topics: [college retail system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-retail-system), [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [college bookstore system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-system) 2026 is shaping up to be an incredible year for the MBS Store Technology Solutions! With so many enhancements, releases and services, we can’t wait for you to experience what’s next. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/upgrades-new-features-and-training-opportunities-discover-whats-ahead-for-mbs-store-technology-solutions) ## [One Application, Total Access](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/one-application-total-access) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 11/17/25, 7:30 AM Topics: [college retail system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-retail-system), [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [college store retail management system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-retail-management-system) Many collegiate retail systems rely on separate components, each with its own licensing fee. MBS is changing that with Arc Total Access. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/one-application-total-access) ## [Don’t Miss a Great Line Up for MBS Store Technology Solutions Virtual Fall Forums Event](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/dont-miss-a-great-line-up-for-mbs-store-technology-solutions-virtual-fall-forums-event) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 10/14/25, 6:29 AM Topics: [training](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/training), [MBS Systems Forums](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/mbs-systems-forums), [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system) **Attention MBS Store Technology Solution Partners**: Don’t forget to save the date {October 27-31, 2025) for the virtual MBS Store Technology Solutions’ Fall Forums training events. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/dont-miss-a-great-line-up-for-mbs-store-technology-solutions-virtual-fall-forums-event) ## [Questions to Ask When Evaluating a Campus Store System](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/questions-to-ask-when-evaluating-a-campus-store-system) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 6/30/25, 6:30 AM Topics: [campus retail solutions](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-retail-solutions), [campus store point of service](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-store-point-of-service), [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system) 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. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/questions-to-ask-when-evaluating-a-campus-store-system) ## [Streamline Physical Inventory](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/streamline-physical-inventory) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 6/23/25, 6:30 AM Topics: [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [college store retail management system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-retail-management-system), [college bookstore inventory management](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-inventory-management) Physical Inventory can be a long, tedious process. However, it is a necessary project to ensure accuracy and identify errors. The MBS system helps stores accomplish physical inventory more efficiently. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/streamline-physical-inventory) ## [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) ## [Give Students a Better In-store and Online Experience](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/give-students-a-better-in-store-and-online-experience) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 10/28/24, 6:45 AM Topics: [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [college bookstore marketing](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-marketing), [college bookstore ecommerce](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-ecommerce) A great retail experience can change how a customer perceives a store and its brand. However, in a campus store, the impact of a student’s experience with your store extends beyond the walls and brand of your store. It also changes how students view your entire campus. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/give-students-a-better-in-store-and-online-experience) ## [Three MBS Tools That Simplify Campus Store Processes](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/three-mbs-tools-that-simplify-campus-store-processes) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 6/24/24, 9:30 AM Topics: [campus store](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-store), [campus retail solutions](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-retail-solutions), [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system) While you can’t add more hours to your day, it is possible to free up more time by simplifying campus store processes. MBS provides college stores with the tools they need to simplify their day-to-day, week-to-week and year-to-year store tasks. From ordering to receiving and buyback, MBS has the resources you need to save time. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/three-mbs-tools-that-simplify-campus-store-processes) ## [How MBS Store Technology Solutions Personalizes Every College Store System Implementation](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-mbs-store-technology-solutions-personalizes-every-college-store-system-implementation) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 3/25/24, 6:15 AM Topics: [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [College store solutions](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-solutions), [collegiate retail system implementation](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/collegiate-retail-system-implementation) Switching to a new collegiate retail system can be overwhelming. There is so much to do and usually a limited time to accomplish the switch. That’s why the clear, concise expert implementation guidance provided by MBS Store Technology Solutions is vital to a smooth collegiate retail system upgrade. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-mbs-store-technology-solutions-personalizes-every-college-store-system-implementation) ## [Get the Most Out of Your MBS System](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/get-the-most-out-of-your-mbs-system) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 10/9/23, 8:45 AM Topics: [collegiate retail](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/collegiate-retail), [college store system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-system), [college bookstore system](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-system) How often do you review your store’s daily, weekly, monthly and yearly processes? Is there room to add efficiency and streamline the manual work your staff does? The continually updated MBS system provides college stores with tools and resources to help them save time and simplify vital store processes. To make sure your staff stays up to date on all of the system functionality available to your store, consider budgeting for one of MBS’ training packages. 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