Abstract: The present invention is configured to provide optimization of printed output transmitted by a facsimile machine. By generating and comparing a baseline quality score with a companion quality score, optimization decisions can enhance the quality of facsimile transmissions. Optimization is also enhanced by recognizing the type of facsimile machine used and the optimal configuration settings for the facsimile. The settings for multiple facsimile machines are stored in a database, along with optimal settings for each facsimile machine. To further enhance the results of a facsimile transmission, a database of printers may also be consulted. By utilizing the best possible output from a printer, combined with the optimal settings for a fax machine, the optimal results for can be obtained. Additionally, the use of bar-coded identification for facsimile transmission provides a method of automating the optimization, thereby increasing efficiency by reporting the results of the optimization.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a hardware/software combination that is configured to provide for the optimization of the printed output transmitted by a facsimile machine. By generating and comparing a baseline cover sheet quality score with a companion document quality score, optimization decisions can be made to enhance the quality of facsimile transmissions. Optimization is also enhanced by recognizing the type of facsimile machine being used and providing the optimal configuration settings for the facsimile machine. In the most preferred embodiments of the present invention, the possible settings for multiple facsimile machines are stored in a database, along with the optimal settings for each of the facsimile machines. To further enhance the results of a facsimile transmission, a database of printers may also be consulted. By utilizing the best possible output from a printer, combined with the optimal settings for a fax machine, the optimal results for a facsimile transmission can be obtained.