The Design System Guide

How Volvo builds design systems - Tiago Almeida


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Tiago Almeida is a design systems expert currently working at Volvo. With a background in industrial design, Tiago brings a unique perspective to bridging the gap between design and engineering. He is passionate about collaboration, accessibility, and using tools like Figma to craft scalable and efficient design systems.

Tiago has a wealth of experience from managing component inventories to implementing design tokens, tackling challenges in naming conventions, and ensuring seamless onboarding for new designers. He’s also deeply invested in the future of design systems, exploring AI, automation, and community engagement to push the boundaries of the field.
Takeaways:
πŸš— How design systems drive efficiency at Volvo.
🀝 Collaboration between design and engineering is critical.
🎨 Mastering component naming and management in Figma.
πŸ”‘ Stakeholder buy-in can make or break a design system.
πŸ“ Design tokens are essential for consistency across platforms.
🌍 The role of AI and automation in the future of design systems.
πŸ“š Onboarding strategies for new designers.
🌟 The importance of community and mentorship in design.
🌍 Official Website
πŸ’Ž My weekly design system newsletter
πŸ”— Follow me on LinkedIn

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