--- title: MBS Foreword | textbooks industry trends description: textbooks industry trends | 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 "Textbooks-industry-trends" ## [How Wantlist Timing Impacts Inventory Costs and Availability](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-wantlist-timing-impacts-inventory-costs-and-availability) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 4/13/26, 6:30 AM Topics: [ordering options](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/ordering-options), [wholesale textbook ordering](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/wholesale-textbook-ordering), [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends) It is never too early to submit a wantlist to MBS. In fact, summer and fall ordering are already underway. Don’t delay starting your bin and hold order. As new adoptions are received, books can be added easily, and allowing more time for reworks greatly improves list fulfillment and increases access to low-cost inventory. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-wantlist-timing-impacts-inventory-costs-and-availability) ## [3 Ways to Simplify Buyback and Rental Returns](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-ways-to-simplify-buyback-and-rental-returns) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 4/15/24, 8:45 AM Topics: [buyback](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/buyback), [textbook buyback](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-buyback), [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends) The end of term is a busy time. With graduation, finals, moving home, etc. buyback and rental returns may not rank high on a student’s to-do list. That’s why it is important for campus stores to make the buyback and return process as simple as possible. We have three tips to help stores streamline their buyback and rental returns. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/3-ways-to-simplify-buyback-and-rental-returns) ## [Is an Opening Buyback Right for Your College Store?](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/is-an-opening-buyback-right-for-your-college-store) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 7/10/23, 6:30 AM Topics: [buyback](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/buyback), [alternative revenue streams for college stores](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/alternative-revenue-streams-for-college-stores), [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends) In a matter of weeks, students will start arriving on campus. As they make plans to purchase new books for the upcoming term, it is a great time to remind students how they can get money back for old textbooks they might still have. Giving students this opportunity is not only a beneficial service to them, but it can also increase foot traffic to the college store. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/is-an-opening-buyback-right-for-your-college-store) ## [Save on New Textbooks With MBS](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/save-on-new-textbooks-with-mbs) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 5/22/23, 6:00 AM Topics: [college textbook distributors](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-textbook-distributors), [wholesale textbook ordering](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/wholesale-textbook-ordering), [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends) We provide college stores with a variety of course material formats and options to help you lower costs. While maximizing low-cost used book inventory gives students the greatest cost-saving, it is not always possible to find used books for every student. When you purchase new book inventory from MBS, your store can actually save money and we accept 100% returns on new books. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/save-on-new-textbooks-with-mbs) ## [Increase Profitability and Restore Market Share With MBS Rental](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/increase-profitability-and-restore-market-share-with-mbs-rental) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 2/28/22, 6:30 AM Topics: [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends), [Course Material Management](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/course-material-management), [textbook industry revenue](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-industry-revenue) When students purchase books at the beginning of the term, cost is one of the top deciding factors for them. Therefore, college stores that are able to offer students as many low-cost options as possible can better compete with online retailers. When you are ordering course materials for the next term, do not forget to also submit your rental list to MBS. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/increase-profitability-and-restore-market-share-with-mbs-rental) ## [How Is Course Material Distribution Changing?](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-is-course-material-distribution-changing) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 6/21/21, 6:45 AM Topics: [college bookstore industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-industry-trends), [college store industry](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-store-industry), [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends) The transformative nature of 2020 has affected nearly every aspect of the college store. So, what does that mean for course materials and how has it impacted distribution? This post will explore industry changes and how MBS is working to help college stores. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-is-course-material-distribution-changing) ## [How Does the WCU Bookstore Streamline Order Distribution During Rush and Drive Foot Traffic All Year?](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-does-the-wcu-bookstore-streamline-order-distribution-during-rush-and-drive-foot-traffic-all-year) Posted by [Liz Schulte](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/author/liz-schulte) on 5/17/21, 6:30 AM Topics: [case study](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/case-study), [campus bookstore marketing](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-bookstore-marketing), [textbooks industry trends](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbooks-industry-trends), [college bookstore inventory management](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-inventory-management) With another rush just around the corner, now is a good time to start thinking about how you can further streamline processes in your college store. We recently spoke with **Jennifer Thomas, Director of Bookstore Operations, WCU Bookstore,** to learn how her store streamlines order pickup with limited store occupancy and how they use their loyalty program to promote foot traffic all year. [Read More](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/how-does-the-wcu-bookstore-streamline-order-distribution-during-rush-and-drive-foot-traffic-all-year) [View All Posts](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/all) ### Subscribe for updates ### Share your experience [Contact our editorial team](mailto:mktgserv@mbsbooks.com?Subject=Foreword) to set up an interview or to contribute a guest post. ### Most popular posts ### Most popular topics - [college bookstore industry trends (60)](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-industry-trends) - [campus bookstore marketing (29)](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/campus-bookstore-marketing) - [wholesale textbook ordering (28)](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/wholesale-textbook-ordering) - [textbook industry trends (27)](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/textbook-industry-trends) - [college bookstore system (25)](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/topic/college-bookstore-system) #### Contact MBS **Customer Service** 800-325-0530 cserv@mbsbooks.com **Order Processing** 800-325-0577 [![Go to mbsbooks.com](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/logos/fo-mbs-logo-footer-240116-1.png?width=103&name=fo-mbs-logo-footer-240116-1.png "Go to mbsbooks.com")](http://www.mbsbooks.com/) #### Stay Connected With Us As MBS’ signature publication, Foreword is dedicated to offering daily industry insight and cutting-edge news that keep college retailers ahead of the curve. Follow us on social media. Contact us with ideas and feedback. Subscribe for regular updates. [![icon\_LinkedIn](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/logos/fo-icon-linkedin-240116-1.png?width=42&name=fo-icon-linkedin-240116-1.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/mbs-textbook-exchange) [![icon\_Twitter](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/logos/fo-icon-x-240116-1.png?width=42&name=fo-icon-x-240116-1.png)](https://twitter.com/mbstextbook) [![icon\_Vimeo](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/logos/fo-icon-vimeo-240116-1.png?width=42&name=fo-icon-vimeo-240116-1.png)](https://vimeo.com/mbstextbook) [![icon\_Instagram](https://foreword.mbsbooks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Foreword_Online/logos/fo-icon-instagram-240116-1.png?width=42&name=fo-icon-instagram-240116-1.png)](https://www.instagram.com/mbstextbooks/) © 2026 MBS. All rights reserved. [Privacy Policy](https://www.mbsbooks.com/disclaimer/privacy-policy.php) | [CA Privacy Policy](https://www.mbsbooks.com/disclaimer/privacy-policy.php#ca) | [Terms of Service](https://www.mbsbooks.com/disclaimer/tos.php)