TLDR Design · OPINIONS & TUTORIALS

DESIGN SYSTEMS SHOULD DO LESS

joshcusick.substack.com11 min read

Summary from the TLDR Design newsletter

Scope creep often burdens design systems, causing them to become overloaded with components and accumulate debt. A less opinionated approach, combined with transparent governance, focused components, and decentralized responsibilities, enables teams to innovate while keeping the system lean and efficient. Comprehensive documentation and education maintain a balance between innovation and sustainable management.