Design System Frameworks
Explore different approaches to implementing and scaling your design system across products and teams.
Organizational Models
Different ways to structure design system teams within an organization
Core DS Team
Product Teams
Product Teams
Product Teams
Centralized Model
A dedicated design system team creates and maintains all components and guidelines. Product teams consume the design system but don't contribute directly.
Advantages
- Consistent implementation
- Clear ownership
- Focused expertise
- Streamlined decision-making
Challenges
- Resource bottlenecks
- Potential disconnect from product needs
- Scaling difficulties
Case Studies
Real-world examples of design system frameworks
Framework Selection Tool
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Tools and guides for implementing frameworks