# Relay (frontline operations)

> Cloud-connected communication and operational-intelligence platform for frontline workers in manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare and facilities.

## Why it is interesting

Relay is trying to turn an installed communications device into a data and automation layer for deskless work. Its September 2026 financing was led by International Paper, a large customer, which is unusually strong validation for an enterprise-hardware and workflow platform.

## Profile

- **Latest funding:** New financing — $36M (September 30, 2026)
- **Latest known valuation:** Not publicly disclosed
- **Total disclosed equity funding:** $71M
- **Stage:** growth
- **Status:** private
- **Industries:** ai-ml, enterprise-saas, generalist-tech
- **Coverage:** full
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30
- **Latest funding investors:** International Paper, Cerity Partners clients, Harmonic Growth Partners, Thayer Investment Partners, G2 Venture Partners, Wind River Ventures

## Key facts

- September 2026: raised $36M, taking total capital above $90M.
- The latest round was led by International Paper, which Relay identifies as a customer.
- Earlier lead investors G2 Venture Partners and Wind River Ventures increased their investments.

## Funding history

- New financing · $36M · September 30, 2026
  Source: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/relay-raises-36-million-in-new-funding-from-industry-leaders-to-drive-frontline-safety-productivity-and-operational-intelligence-302893591.html
- Series B · $35M · June 10, 2024
  Source: https://relaypro.com/press-releases/relay-closes-35-million-series-b-funding-to-drive-greater-productivity-and-safety-for-frontline-businesses-and-workers/

## Related articles

- https://venturecapitaltracker.com/2026-relay-36m-frontline-operations-ai

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**Last updated:** September 30, 2026

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