Beyond a component library.
WHAT IT INCLUDES
Design tokens Components Patterns, combining components for common tasks Content and voice guidance Accessibility requirements Documentation Governance
WHY GOVERNANCE MATTERS
Without a process for changes and additions, it diverges immediately.
WHAT IT IS NOT
A component library alone A design file A one-off project
WHAT IT REQUIRES
Ongoing ownership.
WHAT IT PROVIDES
Consistency Faster building Decisions made once Accessibility built in rather than retrofitted
WHAT DETERMINES WHETHER IT SUCCEEDS
Whether people use it.
WHAT MAKES THEM USE IT
It is easier than not using it It covers what they actually need It is documented and findable Requests for additions are handled
WHAT MAKES THEM ABANDON IT
Missing components Components that cannot be adapted No response to requests
WHAT TO BUILD FIRST
Tokens, and the components used most.
