Truck drivers face excessive wait times during unloading, sometimes for hours, without being worked or unloaded, which they perceive as unlawful confinement.

No software exists to enforce or monitor unloading wait times, forcing drivers to rely on their company's willingness to refuse excessive delays.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 3, 2026

App Concept

UnloadClock Pro

A mobile app that tracks detention time at warehouses, automatically alerts dispatchers when wait times exceed thresholds, and provides documented evidence for detention pay or refusal of service. Integrates with ELD and dispatch systems to streamline communication.

Key Features

Automated clock-in/out at facility via geofencing or QR code
Real-time wait time alerts to driver and dispatcher
Detention pay calculation and invoicing
Integration with ELD devices and dispatch software
Driver feedback and facility rating system

Target Users: Over-the-road truck drivers and small to mid-size trucking companies in the logistics industry

Revenue Model: $15/mo per driver subscription, or $199/mo per fleet account

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