Wow, this overview of different types of design systems by Dan Mall is eye-opening!
It’s fascinating to see how each aspect, from visual language to practice, plays a unique and crucial role in creating a successful design system. I never realized the various levels of maturity and the importance of shared ownership and value to drive adoption. These additional resources you’ve shared are a gold mine for anyone looking to dive deeper into design systems. Thank you for sharing this valuable insight!
Understanding the type of design system we are working on is crucial for effective decision-making and workflow improvement. It determines what strategies to employ in managing resources within a project or an organization as a whole. The overview by Dan Mall is indeed detailed and very helpful – presenting different aspects from visual language up to practice level shows how multisided these systems can be!
It’s an interesting perspective, but it’s worth noting that the categorization and maturity of design systems may vary based on an organization’s specific needs. While the article suggests a linear progression, smaller organizations might find a UI kit or component library perfectly adequate, while larger ones might require a more comprehensive system. The value of a design system might not always be immediately quantifiable, with benefits like consistency and efficiency becoming apparent over time. Lastly, a well-designed system could potentially drive changes in the workflow itself, leading to innovation.