Name
Design System Migration
Description
This project focused on modernizing and migrating the design system from Adobe XD to Figma. By leveraging Figma's collaborative capabilities, the team created a scalable, modular design system with improved workflows and accessibility. The migration addressed inconsistencies in the existing system and enhanced the design and development synergy. The updated design system supports real-time collaboration, accelerates prototyping, and integrates seamlessly with development tools, making it a future-proof solution for scaling product designs.
Problem
The legacy design system in Adobe XD was difficult to scale, lacked integration features, and hindered collaboration. Teams faced challenges with maintaining consistency, version control, and accessibility standards, which resulted in inefficiencies and frustration among stakeholders.
Solution
The solution involved redesigning and migrating the design system to Figma. The new system featured standardized, modular components designed for scalability and ease of use. Design tokens ensured uniformity in colors, typography, and spacing, while accessibility improvements made the components more inclusive. Real-time collaboration capabilities streamlined workflows across teams, reducing design iteration time and enhancing productivity.
Impact
- Collaboration: 70% improvement in cross-team collaboration efficiency
- Scalability: 100% scalability achieved with modular components
- Design Time: 30% reduction in design time for new features
Discovery And Research
- Stakeholder Interviews:
- Identified pain points with Adobe XD workflows and Outlined key requirements for Figma migration
- Audit:
- Cataloged reusable components and patterns and Identified inconsistencies and improvement areas
Definition And Planning
- Component Strategy:
- Created a component hierarchy and Established naming conventions
- Migration Plan:
- Step-by-step roadmap for migration
- Prioritized high-usage components and Allocated tasks by team roles
Design And Prototyping
- Component Redesign:
- Improved accessibility compliance and Standardized color palettes and typography
- Interactive Prototyping:
- Validated component usability and Tested component interactions across various scenarios
Testing
- System Testing:
- Evaluated the functionality and scalability of the migrated system
- Ensured compatibility with development tools and Collected feedback on design-consistency adherence
- Feedback Loops:
- Addressed usability concerns and Refined components for final deployment
Scalable Components
Modular design components tailored for reuse across various products and platforms. Includes dynamic resizing, flexible styling, and robust support for localization and theming.
Enhanced Prototypes
Interactive prototypes showcasing the functionality of migrated components. Includes animations, transitions, and real-world use-case scenarios for testing and feedback.
Design Tokens
Centralized tokens for managing design attributes like color, typography, and spacing, ensuring consistency and simplifying updates across the system.
Documentation Integration
Linked design components in Figma with tools like Storybook and Confluence for comprehensive developer handoff and documentation.
Improved Accessibility
Components built with WCAG compliance, featuring accessible color contrast ratios, keyboard navigability, and ARIA labels.