In a method for automatic ordering of supply items for a device which are consumed during usage of the device and an arrangement for the implementation of the method, a predetermined consumption quantity for a supply item is monitored and is evaluated relative to threshold of the consumption quantity which occurs earlier than complete depletion of the supply item, a communication connection between the device and a remote data center is established and automatic generation and communication of an ordering message takes place, the ordering message including an identification code, identification of the ordering entity is made on the basis of the identification code, and the order of the supply item belonging to the device is determined and filled.