How to build the business case for a design system

Five steps to create a clear plan and win stakeholder support.


Design systems increase consistency, efficiency, and collaboration. For design teams and developers, adopting a design system is, frankly, a no-brainer. But getting the rest of the organisation on board can be a tall order, especially in more traditional workplace cultures.

If you’re leading a design team, work in a design team or you’re leading a business with any kind of digital platform - this whitepaper is for you.

 
 
 
 
 
A design system doesn’t just create a better experience for your users – it improves your team’s working experiences.
— Federica Bonfanti | Design Principal, CreateFuture
 
 

Read the guide to learn how to:

  • Conduct research and find your design system allies

  • Audit and establish gaps for innovation (with practical checklists)

  • Build consensus and showcase design system benefits

  • Establish a team and develop a roadmap

  • Build a vision and measure its impact

Our whitepaper will guide you through the key steps for building the business case for a strong design system. The aim? To fuel your company’s success.

 

Contributors

Federica Bonfanti | Design Principal, CreateFuture

Dave Ward | Founder and Creative Director, CreateFuture

Dalton Alexander  | UX Lead, Nayms

Nimisha Patel  | Senior UX Designer, Beauty Pie

Ben Jeffreys  | Senior Product Manager, PlayStation


Contacts

General enquiries  |  hello@createfuture.com

New business  |  jessica@createfuture.com


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