Automotive Company
Design System
As part of IBM’s collaboration with a major automotive company, I joined a specialized design systems team tasked with re-establishing consistency and efficiency across their digital ecosystem. The client faced challenges managing their design system, leading to inconsistencies across products and a growing backlog of component requests.
Our mission was to bring structure back to the system, ensuring that product designers had the tools and support needed to build cohesive, high-quality experiences. As one of two dedicated designers on this initiative, I played a pivotal role in identifying core issues and laying the foundation for scalable solutions. The design system is currently being implemented across 11 products, with the goal of extending adoption to all 27 teams.
Design System Strategy
Our engagement began with comprehensive audits focused on key areas: layout grid structure, component accessibility, and responsiveness. These audits uncovered significant gaps and areas for improvement, providing a clear roadmap for system optimization.
From there, we prioritized tasks by balancing two key objectives: addressing foundational inconsistencies and tackling the growing backlog of new and modified component requests. This dual approach allowed us to support immediate product design needs while strengthening the system’s long-term scalability and reliability.
