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Instagram and Gen Z: What You Need to Know

Approximately 40% of younger consumers now use TikTok and Instagram for their searches, increasing pressure on brands to reach Gen Z on social media. Research has shown that Gen Z views each social media platform as having its own specialty, changing how and why they engage with each app. While TikTok is entertaining and authentic, Instagram is seen as curated and informative. Here are some tips for engaging the younger generation on Instagram. Continue reading →

AAPI Heritage Month: Notable Figures in Education

May is Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month and we want to highlight four notable AAPI figures in education this month who have influenced our past, build our present, and inspire our future. Continue reading →

Sustainability in Tech

Although Technology is a powerful force in driving progress, it can also have a detrimental impact on the environment. Tech companies are at the forefront of innovation and are often seen as first movers, so it is important for consumers to hold them to a sustainable standard. Big tech has become an integral part of everyone’s personal and professional life which creates a heightened awareness of what those companies do. Continue reading →

Sustainability and Consumer Trends

Consumer trends play a big role in the way you run your store. Sustainability is a major consumer trend that stores cannot ignore. Check out these consumer statistics and some tips on how to innovate your store. Continue reading →

Eco-Friendly Products You Should Stock

What better way to celebrate the month of April, with Earth Day and our planet on the mind, than to stock up on eco-friendly products for back-to-school shopping! Here are some of our favorites, from headphones to notebooks and everything in between. Continue reading →

5 Marketing Trends for 2023

If you haven’t already started, now is the time to map out your marketing plans for 2023. As you consider strategies and implementation, here are five trends predicted to impact marketing this year. Continue reading →

Happy Holidays from DSC

Thank you to all our vendors and resellers for your continued partnership throughout this past year. Here’s to a happy and healthy holiday season, and cheers to a positive start to 2023. Continue reading →

5 Ways to Celebrate the Holidays with Your Employees

The holidays are a beautiful time of joy, excitement, memories, and fun. For some employees though, this season can be filled with stress, burnout, exhaustion, or demotivation. Regardless of where your employees are at, the holidays are an opportunity to celebrate them and show appreciation for their hard work. Celebrating the holidays can also create a more positive work life for employees, encourage positive peer interaction, and help everyone gear up for the upcoming new year. Here are five ways you can celebrate the holiday season with your employees this year. Continue reading →

Department Highlight: Adobe & Douglas Stewart Software & Services

Did you know that in June we launched our newest division, Douglas Stewart Software & Services (DSS)? Continue reading →

Stay Ahead of the Buying Season with These Resources

Apple Accessories Guide This product guide features all the newest and top-selling Apple-related accessories. Stay in the know with all the new products released every year to keep up with all the changes in Apple devices, and learn facts about Apple products. New Vendor Product Guide Stay up to date on the newest vendors to … Continue reading →

Tech Talk: What is Qi Wireless Charging?

Most smartphones are Qi compatible, but what is it? Qi (pronounced /tʃiː/ CHEE; from the Chinese word 气 qi; traditional Chinese: 氣) is the wireless charging standard and is the first one that is supported by two of the largest and most-influential smartphone makers: Samsung and Apple. Continue reading →

Consumer Electronics Highlight: Segway

Whether they’re cruising through the neighborhood or racing to class, Segway’s electric scooters and mopeds will get students where they need to go. Segway makes quick work of any commute and helps students escape from heavy traffic in a greener and faster way. Continue reading →

5 Ways Your College Store Can Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month

In 1990, President George H.W. Bush approved November as National Native American Heritage Month. This month is a great opportunity for your bookstore to recognize the contributions of Native American people and encourage student shoppers to join in celebrating the rich culture. Here are 5 ideas for how your college store can celebrate National Native American Heritage Month: Continue reading →

Department Highlight: Purchasing and Business Analysts

Purchasing Department The Purchasing department plays an important role in helping DSC meet our daily needs and our long-term strategic goals. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to grow as effectively, making them well-deserving of a shout out. Meet our purchasing team consisting of Alan Carlson, Kurtis Bernier, Ronald James, Thomas Hoven. Business Analysts Our … Continue reading →