Closing the gap between Figma and shipped UI with tokens, accessibility, and release discipline that make polish repeatable.
The handoff gap
Design systems fail when they live only in design tools. Engineers need tokens, components, and guidance that match what ships in production.
Shared language means the same names for spacing, color roles, and component states, so reviews focus on user impact, not pixel chasing.
What we implement with partners
We align on token pipelines, accessibility acceptance criteria, and a definition of done that includes keyboard flows and contrast, not only happy-path screenshots.
Release discipline matters: versioning UI packages, changelog expectations, and a process for deprecating patterns without breaking dependents.
Outcomes you can measure
Teams see fewer one-off overrides, faster build cycles for new screens, and more consistent brand execution across products.
If polish is a roadmap priority, fund the design system as core infrastructure with clear adoption targets for every squad.