# Cargo Check-In Apps Amazon 'Relay' Speeds Up the Check-In Process for Truck Drivers By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-12-13 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-relay References: [psfk](https://www.psfk.com/2017/12/amazon-app-truckers-supply-chain-efficiency.html) & [play.google](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.amazon.relay&hl=en&tag=trenhunt0f-20) '[Amazon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-delivery-glasses) Relay' is the name of a new app from the ecommerce giant that aims to simplify and speed up the check-in process for truck drivers who are transporting cargo. With the app for [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simbe-robotics) and Android devices, communication is streamlined between drivers and Amazon Fulfillment and Sort Centers. Drivers are able to pre-register their loads and get gate passes right on their mobile device, which can be used to quickly check in and help them advance to a dedicated Relay lane and continue their journey. While there have been many innovations introduced to better service businesses and the end consumer on [ecommerce transactions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-now-delivery-service), Amazon's Relay addresses an equally important part of the supply chain that will ultimately help consumers receive their orders at an accelerated rate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Streamlined Communication:** The trend of using apps to streamline communication between drivers and fulfillment centers presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation. - **Digital Check-in Process:** The trend of digital check-in processes for truck drivers creates opportunities for innovative solutions that simplify and accelerate the check-in process. - **Optimized Supply Chain:** The trend of optimizing the supply chain through technology provides opportunities for disruptive innovations that improve efficiency and speed in delivering orders. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Transportation and Logistics:** The transportation and logistics industry can benefit from disruptive innovations that streamline communication and optimize the delivery process. - **Mobile App Development:** The mobile app development industry can capitalize on the trend of digital check-in processes by creating innovative solutions for truck drivers. - **Ecommerce:** The ecommerce industry can leverage disruptive innovations in the supply chain to enhance customer satisfaction through accelerated order delivery. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI Workflow Automation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relayapp.md) - [Delivery Personnel Smart Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-delivery-glasses.md) - [Unified IoT Freight Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hifi-visibility.md) - [Crowdsourced Delivery Driver Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/driver-app.md) - [Streamlined Vehicle Rental Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vehicle-rental-app.md) - [Dedicated eCommerce Fulfilment Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecommerce-fulfillment-app.md) - [Logistics Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sortation-center.md) - [In-Store Return Kiosks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/return-kiosks.md) - [In-App Baggage-Tracking Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-canada-mobile-app.md)