0-1 Design System
From Concept to Implementation
Project Type
Design system development for BuyerAssist.
Timeline
Jun 2022 - Dec 2023
Platform
Web
Challenges before the design system
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Inconsistent UI across product
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Inefficient design and development workflow
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High design and engineering overhead
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Lack of scalable design process
Design System Goals
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Create a unified visual language
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Improve design and development efficiency
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Ensure design consistency
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Enable faster product iteration
Validation & Refinement
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A/B testing component designs
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User testing with designers and developers
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Performance benchmarking
Metrics Tracked
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Component adoption rate
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Design consistency score
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Development time reduction
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Cross-team collaboration efficiency
Key Deliverables
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Comprehensive Figma design system
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Documentation platform
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Governance guidelines
Impact Measurement
Quantitative Results:
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65% reduction in design iteration time
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40% faster product feature development
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90% design consistency across platforms
Qualitative Outcomes:
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Improved cross-functional collaboration
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more predictable design process
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Scalable design approach
Final product & Usage of Components
Learnings & Recommendations
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Start small, iterate quickly
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Involve all stakeholders early
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Create clear governance model
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Treat design system as a product