Honeywell has introduced its latest technology breakthroughs and innovative solutions to address the rapid rise in e-commerce in the Middle East, and the continued development of the region’s manufacturing, retail and logistics sectors.

The new products and solutions are targeted at regional manufacturers, distribution centers, logistics providers, delivery firms and retailers, and aim to significantly streamline operations and ultimately achieve better bottom-line results by driving efficiency across supply chain operations.

The new technology, announced during the Honeywell LIVE: The Future of Supply Chain, Today online broadcast event, range from a revolutionary 3-D dimensioning system that automatically captures the volume of parcels to connected solutions that boost the productivity of workers in brick-and-mortar retail stores.

"The e-commerce boom and growing consumer expectations have put a spotlight on operational inefficiencies and disconnects. To stay competitive, businesses need to deploy the Internet of Things, cloud solutions and automation throughout their supply chains," said John Waldron, president and CEO of Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions (SPS). "The technology we launched demonstrates our commitment to innovation and bringing to market hardware and software solutions that can help organizations boost productivity and safety."

Edmond Mikhael, general manager for Honeywell SPS in the Middle East, Turkey and Africa (META), said: "Having access to the latest technology allows those working in supply chain management to plan better, run multiple operations and drive collaborative decision-making."