Tax Reform Could Spur U.S. Adoption of Automated Systems

Robot Reform
The ongoing political battle over U.S. tax reform has proven to be a particularly contentious issue in recent months. Proponents of the bill introduced in November argue that it will create jobs – but it might instead empower companies to accelerate plans to replace human workers with automated systems.
A provision included in the bill allows for the full and complete depreciation of capital spending. This means that businesses who purchase new machines or other hardware will