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Noelle Lansford
Founder of Shep, a design systems consultancy, with a background in software engineering and design who helps organizations bridge design, engineering, and business strategy.
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Nov 11, 2025
• 45min
137. Why You Shouldn’t Aim for Perfect: Building Design Systems That Deliver Business Value with Noelle Lansford
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In this discussion, Noelle Lansford, founder of Shep and an expert in design systems, emphasizes why perfection in design shouldn't overshadow business needs. She shares her insights on the importance of relational alignment between design, engineering, and product teams, warning against the pitfalls of chasing an unattainable ideal. Noelle also explores how AI can accelerate design processes, the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach, and how focusing on business value ultimately leads to more effective design systems.
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