--- title: MBS Foreword | textbook affordability description: textbook affordability | 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 "Textbook-affordability" ## [Streamline Affordable Access Programs With MBS](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/streamline-affordable-access-programs-with-mbs) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 8/31/26, 6:30 AM Topics: [textbook affordability](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-affordability), [inclusive access](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/inclusive-access), [equitable access](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/equitable-access) 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. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/streamline-affordable-access-programs-with-mbs) ## [3 Simple Ways to Speed Up Your Textbook Returns to MBS](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-simple-ways-to-speed-up-your-textbook-returns-to-mbs) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 2/2/26, 6:30 AM Topics: [textbook affordability](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-affordability), [MBS Rental](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/mbs-rental), [course material trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/course-material-trends) While returning textbooks to MBS is a straightforward process, a few simple steps can help you save time, reduce delays, and ensure your store receives credit as quickly as possible. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-simple-ways-to-speed-up-your-textbook-returns-to-mbs) ## [Simplify Affordable Access Management With the MBS System](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/simplify-affordable-access-management-with-the-mbs-system) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 8/25/25, 10:15 AM Topics: [textbook affordability](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-affordability), [inclusive access](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/inclusive-access), [student affordability](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/student-affordability) Affordable Access programs transform how students receive course materials, providing improved access, convenience and affordability. However, managing these programs can be complex for campuses. That’s where MBS Store Technology Solutions steps in. Our powerful tools and integrations make inclusive access management more streamlined while adding efficiency. 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