Preparing the published article.
Manufacturing Policy and Robot Adoption
Policy works through incentives, not mandates.
Instruments
| Instrument | Mechanism |
|---|---|
| Investment subsidies | Reduce payback period |
| Demonstration projects | Lower the perceived risk |
| Standards and certification | Make compliance predictable |
| Training programmes | Address the skills gap |
What changes for suppliers
- Customers gain budget and a mandate to modernise.
- Application paperwork becomes part of the sales process.
- Demonstrable energy, quality or labour outcomes matter more than novelty.