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Connecting the Ops: Plenary Panel and Closing Circle

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Friday, September 9, 2022 • DesignOps Summit 2022
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Connecting the Ops: Plenary Panel and Closing Circle
Speakers: Deanna Washington , Bria Alexander , Jon Fukuda , Saara Kamppari-Miller and Farid Sabitov
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Summary

What are some of the ways DesignOps has changed over the past few years? Where does it seem to be going? And, how can we, as DesignOps professionals lend clarity, focus, and direction to our profession as it continues to evolve? In our closing panel, featured presenters come together for a facilitated conversation to sum up our conference themes, share newly gained insights, and suggest next steps that we can take as individuals and as a practice to continue moving forward.

Key Insights

  • Writing clear charters is essential for team clarity and alignment.

  • Sharing resources and automation within large organizations accelerates design operations maturity.

  • Embracing one’s diverse background and unique strengths can serve as a design ops superpower.

  • Leading with empathy remains vital in fast-paced, demanding environments lacking top-down empathy.

  • Knowledge management, powered by no-code tools like Airtable and Notion, is emerging as the next big focus in design operations.

  • Measuring the impact of design ops, especially through accessibility metrics, is an evolving but crucial practice.

  • Mid-career changers can enter design ops by making a solid business case, highlighting transferable skills, and actively engaging in the community.

  • Building cross-functional relationships beyond design, including HR, sales, and engineering, is critical for scaling and change management.

  • Saying no intentionally based on clear priorities helps manage workloads and establish focus.

  • Communities and conferences provide invaluable opportunities for networking, learning, and career growth in design ops.

Notable Quotes

"You gotta write that charter to get clarity with your team."

"Don't reinvent the wheel all the time; build on top of what others have built."

"Your strengths, even if perceived as weaknesses, can be your superpower."

"Just because empathy isn’t always visible at the top doesn’t mean you can’t be the change."

"The next big thing will be knowledge management powered by new no-code and integrative tools."

"I’m still early on in measuring accessibility impact but tying early bug fixes to ROI is promising."

"Make a business case for yourself by bragging about your capabilities and making them applicable."

"It’s not just about design; build relationships with HR, product management, sales, and more."

"Saying no with intentionality and clear guidelines creates clarity and focus."

"Go meet someone new at this conference and set up a coffee chat next week."

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