Either write down why, or your comment just makes no sense at all.
Removing a major mechanic from Pokemon is pretty **** imo. If they started to tear down every single mechanic from Pokemon, then it would be easier to create a different game that is not related to Pokemon in anyway.
I don't find it to be a major mechanic from Pokémon, and either way the alternative I proposed doesn't change anything gameplay wise, you're still pressing a button to cut trees, surf or whatever, except you're using a separate item and not an HM on your Pokèmon. But again, this doesn't change anything mechanically. The pro is that you don't have to waste move slots on your Pokémon (because Cut and many other aren't strong moves for end game) or team slots for Pokèmon that are just move holders. With items there are no sacrifices to your team, you can keep whatever moveset you like and whatever team you like.