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Buildit Achieves Recognition for Healthy Management

In March 2026, Buildit Co., Ltd., a leading educational technology firm based in Hachioji, Tokyo, received the prestigious "Bright 500" designation from the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Japan Health Conference. This recognition highlights the company's commitment to supporting the health and well-being of its employees, in line with its motto, "The growth of each individual improves the world."

Importance of Employee Well-being

Buildit emphasizes a people-centered approach to management that prioritizes the growth and well-being of its staff. Acknowledging that optimal performance hinges on mental and physical health, the initiatives underscore the importance of establishing a workplace conducive to wellness. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, when Buildit shifted to a fully remote working model, the company faced increasing mental health issues among young employees, resulting in several cases of sick leave and turnover. The initial response included engaging an industrial physician, yet this approach saw no utilization, prompting a shift to more accessible support mechanisms for mental health and overall well-being.

Comprehensive Health Management Initiatives

Buildit has implemented a multifaceted health management strategy focused on enhancing health literacy and creating a supportive environment for employees. Key initiatives include:

• - Expert Support Services: Regular health seminars conducted by external health professionals and the establishment of a health consultation desk staffed by nutritionists and health workers.

• - Personalized Health Assessments: Quarterly "Pre-illness Health Checks plus Health Consultations" conducted by outside counselors to identify and address individual health challenges while fostering counselor-employee trust.

• - Consistent Information Sharing: Weekly health newsletters and monthly online wellness seminars aim to promote ongoing health education.

• - Motivational Incentives: A recognition program highlighting employees who regularly participate in health checks.

• - Mental Health Self-Care Practices: Encouraging end-of-day reflection sessions to foster awareness of mental and emotional states.

Collaborating with external health professionals ensures that the initiatives are evidence-based and practical. To prevent the hollow execution of these policies, Buildit adheres to three guiding principles: establishing direct lines for consulting health experts without going through the company, maintaining a continuous improvement cycle through regular check-ups, and ensuring upper management's ongoing communication regarding health priorities.

Notable Achievements

The efforts at Buildit have yielded considerable positive changes:

• - The percentage of employees who are conscious of their diet increased from 40% to 71.5%.
• - Employees reporting good sleep quality rose from 60% to 71.5%.
• - An impressive 100% of surveyed employees expressed pride and engagement in their work.

Employee Testimonials

Feedback from employees highlights the effectiveness of these initiatives:

• - "Getting a third-party assessment of my physical condition made me aware of my hydration deficiency and unnoticed stress. Being mindful of my water intake and sleep resulted in significant improvements over four months."
• - "Even during busy workdays, reflecting at the end of the day helped me articulate my unrecognized feelings and led to a sense of accomplishment and self-approval."

Future Directions

Recognizing that many companies struggle with the misconception that health management initiatives can become stagnant, Buildit aims to bring its self-mental care practices to its clientele through enhanced features in its autonomous talent development platform, "Stockr." This platform invites employees to document daily reflections, fostering self-awareness and growth. The multitude of benefits, ranging from productivity enhancement to improved mental wellness, has been academically substantiated.

With "Stockr," Buildit is not only driving the implementation of health management within organizations but also facilitating productivity and autonomy among individuals. In the end, the company’s guiding philosophy remains clear: fostering individual growth contributes to a better world.

About Buildit

Buildit Co., Ltd. is an educational technology company devoted to creating environments that encourage the joy and richness of learning.

• - Company Name: Buildit Co., Ltd.
• - CEO: Yosuke Tomita
• - Location: 4F Hashikan Building, 1-14 Higashimachi, Hachioji City, Tokyo
• - Website: https://bldt.jp/
• - Founded: March 2016
• - Capital: 1 million JPY
• - Employees: 12 (including part-time workers and contractors)
• - Business Focus: Development and service provision related to the reflection app "Stockr," alongside DX consulting for educational training.