Supernova 2024 Year in Review

As 2024 comes to a close, the Supernova team is thrilled to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year of transformation and growth. This year, we’ve reached new heights, both as a company and with our flagship platform, continuing to shape the future of design systems.

Continuous improvement and pushing boundaries: A more powerful platform with endless possibilities

This year marked a transformative leap for Supernova with the launch of Supernova 2.0 in March, redefining what’s possible in design systems management.

• Supernova 2.0 unveiled a new, more robust platform that empowers teams with unparalleled capabilities.
• Introduced Forge AI, to approach the horizons of what our tools can achieve.
• Delivered 54 new features since the launch of 2.0, reinforcing our commitment to continuous innovation.
• Released the most comprehensive Figma variables import tool on the market, including Figma variable scope mapping, aliases, collections and properties—solidifying Supernova as the go-to tool for seamless integration and workflow efficiency.

A tool built for collaboration at scale

Collaboration in design systems development has never been more seamless, thanks to features designed to enhance teamwork, visibility, and security.

• Multiplayer commenting and notifications make collaboration intuitive and efficient.
• Streamlined approval workflows eliminate friction, enabling teams to work smarter, not harder.
• Design system access, roles, and permissions ensure secure, scalable visibility for any organization.
• We acquired ISO 27001 Certification to reinforce our dedication to security and enterprise readiness.

Empower teams to showcase the value of Design Systems

We believe in equipping teams to demonstrate the tangible impact of design systems. This year, we launched tools and resources to help teams advocate for and implement their systems effectively:

• The Design Systems ROI Calculator, complemented by our guide How to Build a Business Case for Your Design System, empowers teams to quantify the value of their efforts.
• The updated Design System Archetypes: Mapping Tool 2.0 provides actionable insights for tailoring systems to team needs based on the stage of their growth.
• Published customer case studies demonstrating real-world impact, bookended by Mews in January and Intact Financial Corporation in December, to inspire and inform the community.

Contributing to the Design Systems Community ❤️

We owe so much to the incredible design systems community. In 2024, we deepened our connections through engaging panels, fireside chats, in-person events, and collaborative conversations that celebrated the shared passion for design systems innovation.

• Hosted Design System Fireside Chats, interactive workshops, and industry-specific panels exploring topics in healthcare and banking.
• Published State of Industry Reports, including in-depth explorations on Design Tokens and AI in Design Systems.
• Organized our Design Systems Lightning Talks Event, bringing together experts and practitioners for insightful, fast-paced knowledge-sharing sessions.

We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who has been part of this journey. The design system space is evolving in exciting ways, and we’re proud to be at the forefront of this innovation. While we can’t wait to share what’s in store for 2025, we’ll save those surprises for after the holidays—so stay tuned!

Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a wonderful New Year,
The Supernova Team