Design system requests help teams identify a need. The need is often more important than the artefact or proposed contribution.
By capturing needs across teams, a design system team can identify the best solution that satisfies all stakeholders.
For this reason, it makes sense to harvest snowflakes periodically so you can get a broader scope on the needs and identify trends.
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