Design Tool & Developer Handoff with Ben Newbolt

Ensure a smooth transition from design to implementation by aligning specifications, assets, tokens, and documentation. This service supports accurate delivery, reduces rework, and keeps dev and design teams in sync.

Design Tool & Developer Handoff

Use at the end of the design phase to ensure alignment between design, development, and implementation — helping avoid costly rework.

When to Employ This Service

Clear handoff ensures design intent is implemented accurately and efficiently — reducing rework and enabling fast iteration.

  • Stronger collaboration between design and dev

  • Fewer build issues from unclear specs

  • Higher fidelity between design and delivery

  • Smoother QA and implementation

Outcomes & Benefits

I ensure design files are structured, annotated, and aligned for development handoff. This reduces friction and ensures implementation fidelity.

  • File Audit: Review organisation, components, and versioning

  • Annotation: Add interaction, layout, and responsive guidance

  • Walkthroughs: Support dev teams with live handoff sessions

  • Support: Remain available for QA and design queries

Approach

Three men are sitting at a desk in a modern open office space, having a discussion. The desk has computer monitors, a keyboard, a mouse, and coffee cans. Other people are working in the background.

Design

  • Annotated designs and interaction specs

  • Component usage summaries

Deliver

  • Dev-ready Figma links and embeds

  • QA support checklist and release notes

Typical Deliverables