Eli Lilly
Lilly Design System - Migration
This case study explores the migration of Eli Lilly’s digital products to the Lilly Design System (LDS) using Figma, aiming to boost design consistency, streamline workflows, and enhance team collaboration.
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Situation
Eli Lilly struggled with a fragmented, outdated design framework, causing inconsistent user experiences, workflow inefficiencies, and scalability challenges. A unified, modern design system was essential to improve their digital presence.
Task
The project’s goals were to:
Establish a single design source.
Ensure consistent user experiences.
Enhance collaboration across teams.
Speed up workflows.
Build a scalable system.
Action
LDS Development:
Built a Figma-based system with reusable components, styles, and guides for accessibility.
Team Collaboration:
Partnered with design, development, and product teams via workshops and training for feedback and adoption.
Phased Approach:
Rolled out the system incrementally, refining it through pilot projects and user input.
Results
The migration achieved:
Consistency: Unified design improved user experience and brand alignment.
Efficiency: Reusable components cut design and development time.
Collaboration: Shared system aligned teams and reduced silos.
Scalability: Modular design supported future growth.
Conclusion:
The LDS migration tackled inconsistency and inefficiency, paving the way for innovation at Eli Lilly. It demonstrates how a thoughtful design system, leveraging Figma, can drive collaboration and user-focused outcomes in healthcare.
