Design System ROI Calculator

Calculate and communicate the business value of implementing a design system to key stakeholders

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Executive Summary

Key metrics and insights for decision-making

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ROI

Return on investment over 3 years

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Payback Period

Time to recover investment

NPV

Net present value of investment

Annual Savings

Recurring yearly benefit

Key Insights:

Strategic investment in design infrastructure reduces time-to-market by up to 30%
Improved brand consistency across all digital touchpoints increases customer trust
Reduced technical debt and maintenance costs free up resources for innovation
Competitive advantage through faster product iterations and higher quality

Input Parameters

Adjust values to match your organization

Team Size10 people

Designer Hourly Rate ($)

Developer Hourly Rate ($)

Projects Per Year12

Implementation Cost ($)

Annual Maintenance Cost ($)

Years to Project3 years

Methodology Note

These calculations are based on industry benchmarks and research from Nielsen Norman Group, Forrester, and InVision. Actual results may vary based on your organization's specific context.

ROI Projection Over Time

Cumulative financial impact over 3 years

Savings Breakdown

Where the value comes from

Efficiency Gains

Performance improvements across metrics

Annual Financial Impact

Year-over-year savings vs costs