Design systems are both rote and difficult. The underlying toolkit for design systems has become easy to use, and it’s now expected that teams will have a design system. Tools like Figma make it easy to build and implement design systems. However, there are common challenges that teams face when developing design systems, such as a lack of alignment, poor scoping and planning, and a disconnect between the design system and brand strategy. It’s important to break down the concept of a design system into its different components, such as the visual design language, component library, design tooling, engineering implementation, and product implementation. Investing in design systems can be beneficial for companies, but it requires careful planning and alignment. Design systems offer numerous benefits, such as improved design processes, engineering workflows, brand differentiation, and product experiences.
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