Our new course: Getting Leadership Buy-in for Your Design System

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our very first course, “Getting Leadership Buy-in for Your Design System.” at zeroheight University. This free course reflects our ongoing dedication to nurturing the design system community with educational resources. Our focus is on delivering high-quality, actionable content that empowers you to achieve your goals.

About the course

“Getting Leadership Buy-in for Your Design System” addresses a common hurdle in the design system journey—securing the support and resources needed from leadership. This course is packed with insights and strategies to help you craft compelling goals, identify key stakeholders, and effectively articulate your design system’s value. Through concise videos, you’ll learn to navigate challenges and confidently pitch your vision, making it an essential tool for anyone looking to elevate their design system initiatives. We also provide you with worksheets and templates to organize your efforts.

Why this design systems course matters

Building and managing a design system is a journey filled with challenges and learning opportunities. One of the most critical steps is gaining the support of leadership, which can significantly impact the success and sustainability of your design system. This course is born out of real-world experiences and discussions with industry peers, offering a blend of practical advice and best practices to help you succeed.

What to expect

Enrolling in “Getting Leadership Buy-in for Your Design System” will provide a concise learning experience that fits into your busy life. The content is divided into short, manageable segments, allowing you to absorb the information at your own pace. At the end of the course, a quiz will help you assess your understanding, and passing it earns you a certificate to celebrate your accomplishment and share with your network. (We think it’d be a great addition to your fridge.)

Your feedback shapes future courses

As we launch this course, we’re also opening a dialogue with you, the design system community. We’re interested in hearing about the most relevant topics and the challenges you’re eager to tackle. Your feedback will be instrumental in shaping our future efforts to support the design system community.

Get started

We invite you to explore “Getting Leadership Buy-in for Your Design System.” Whether you’re looking to kickstart your design system project or seeking ways to gain stronger support from your leaders, this course offers the insights you need to succeed. Enroll now and take the first step towards transforming your design system initiatives.