Measuring the value of our design system

GitLab's design system, Pajamas, has significantly evolved since its inception, helping streamline workflows for its UX department, which has grown to over 60 designers, researchers, and tech writers. Initially a basic framework, Pajamas now encompasses design principles, guidelines, accessibility audits, and live-coded components, enabling efficient collaboration among product designers, engineers, and product managers. The system's maturity has led to increased utility in daily tasks, with designers spending more time on problem-solving rather than fielding questions, thanks to comprehensive documentation and robust components. Surveys conducted in 2018 and more recently highlight the system's impact on efficiency and autonomy, noting that designers now devote a larger portion of their time to tackling real user issues. Although Pajamas has made considerable progress, GitLab acknowledges ongoing opportunities for enhancement, aiming to further support cross-functional product teams and improve engineering and product workflows.

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