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Learn about a bookstore with 2 locations offering textbooks, university merchandise, and services at competitive prices. Current information systems include a textbook inventory system and website allowing online ordering and advertising. Main issues involve inventory visibility and website functionality, which can be addressed by integrating POS systems for real-time updates and website organization. Other solutions include updating promotions, implementing email notifications, and enhancing student resources. Find out more details about this bookstore's improvements.
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Information systems specialties Spencer austing josh birkland nick corcoran Josh moshergarrett weber
About the book store • 2 locations • 5thave. near National Hockey Center • 9thave. next to Subway • Sell and rent new and used textbooks • Sell university merchandise • Buy back used textbooks • Mission statement • Provide goods and services at the lowest possible prices
Current information systems • Textbook inventory system • Website • Offers online ordering of books and merchandise • Provides information about the store • Offers advertising for other businesses • Facebook Page • Provides promotional advertising
Problems • **Main Problem: Unable to see inventory on hand through website • Each link opens a new window • Broken links/pictures that don’t show up throughout page • Unable to see buy back prices of textbooks • Student resource section is outdated and lacks information • No personal notification of rental due date
Solution to Main ISSUE • We would like to connect the two stores POS systems to their current webpage that would allow customers to see what textbooks the two stores actually have on hand and which store the textbook is at • Would update immediately following a book being scanned through system
Other Solutions • Main focus would be to update and organize web site • Post current offers and promotions on Facebook page • Implement an email notification system for returns of rental books