A method and a system to help users of image forming equipment make informed decision on when to order supplied therefor and from which supplier. The equipment at the user side automatically sends status information to a service center that keeps a database of independent suppliers. The service center...http://www.google.com/patents/US7599864?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7599864 - System and method for transmitting information regarding supplies and suppliers for image forming equipment
