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Summary
When asked, I’m sure many people would point to something visual about design systems. In reality, most of the work and so the effort that can make these projects succeed or fail is unseen – the people bit. For many organisations, design systems present a challenge in terms of structure, delivery, and how to define value. Designing these unseen structures and pipelines can enable the great work everyone always wanted to do – while being communicative and collaborative in ways we’ve not done before.
Key Insights
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Design systems are not just about artifacts; they represent relationships and problem-solving within a community.
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Understanding the root problems before implementing a design system is crucial for its success.
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Communication and engagement within teams are vital for the effective adoption of design systems.
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Measuring efficiency and consistency outcomes from design systems requires clear benchmarks and feedback.
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Design debt and intentionality in design decisions must be documented and revisited to maintain system relevance.
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The evolution of design systems is ongoing; there's no 'done' status when it comes to design.
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Design systems should empower users and facilitate creativity rather than impose constraints.
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Collaboration across different disciplines is essential for the success of design systems.
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Education and awareness about design systems should be a continuous process within organizations.
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The role of a design system owner should be viewed as a shepherd, guiding and facilitating collaboration rather than controlling.
Notable Quotes
"Design systems are collections of solved problems, not just a library of components."
"We need to fit design systems into the way we work, rather than expecting everyone to adapt to them."
"The notion of value in design systems can vary significantly among different stakeholders."
"If you're not enabling talented developers and designers to do great work, your system is failing."
"Instead of thinking of yourself as the owner of a design system, consider yourself a shepherd guiding the community."
"The pulse of the people consuming the design system is crucial for its success."
"Every single person engaged with a design system must have the opportunity to provide feedback."
"The documentation of design decisions is as critical as the assets themselves."
"The execution is straightforward once the underlying structure and purpose of the design system are clear."
"Our job as part of a design system is to help others do great work, rather than showcasing our accomplishments."
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