Kyocera Newsletter
Message of the Week 13-17 October 2025
Mental Health Awareness Month: Mental Health at Work
October marks Mental Health Awareness Month in South Africa, and it represents a time to reflect on the well-being of our most valuable asset - our people! As organisations push for productivity and digital transformation, the conversation around mental health in the workplace has never been more vital.
The reality of working life in South Africa is marked by mounting stress, driven by unique local and global pressures, and constant digital connectivity have blurred the lines between work and rest. Studies show burnout and fatigue rank among the top factors affecting workplace performance. Supporting mental well-being is no longer a “nice-to-have”; it is a business imperative.
At Kyocera Document Solutions South Africa, we believe that a smarter workspace is not only about technology. It’s really about creating environments that empower people to thrive. When work feels overwhelming, simple process inefficiencies can add unnecessary pressure. Long approval cycles, misplaced files, or the frustration of slow, outdated equipment all contribute to employee stress.
That’s why our solutions are designed with both efficiency and well-being in mind. Through our multifunctional printers, document management systems, and Kyocera Fleet Services, businesses can streamline workflows, reduce repetitive admin tasks, and make information accessible, freeing teams to focus on meaningful work rather than manual processes. When systems work smarter, people can too.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, we encourage South African organisations to reimagine productivity through a well-being lens. Supporting mental health at work does not always mean sweeping reforms. It can start with small, practical steps:
- Simplifying workflows to reduce stress and frustration.
- Encouraging regular breaks.
- Promoting empathy and open dialogue in leadership.
A balanced workplace, where technology reduces friction and people feel supported, is the foundation of a truly smarter workspace.
In the spirit of Mental Health Awareness Month, let’s commit to building
work environments that prioritise both performance and people.
Healthy minds drive healthy businesses!