What does a Single Source of Truth mean in a web design project?
In a web design project, a Single Source of Truth (SSoT) is a practice of structuring information so that every piece of data has one, and only one, place. Think of it as the ultimate project hub. Instead of feedback scattered across emails, design files buried in different folders, and conversations happening in various chat threads, everything is organised in one central location. This means everyone involved, from designers and developers to you, the client, is always looking at the most up-to-date information.
This simple concept completely changes the dynamic of a project. It eliminates the chaos of version control issues, like a developer accidentally building an older version of a Figma design. It removes the stressful hunt for that one specific comment you remember making weeks ago. An SSoT provides a clear, unambiguous, and trusted foundation for the entire project lifecycle, ensuring clarity and alignment from start to finish.
How does an SSoT improve the Figma to Webflow process?
The handoff from design in Figma to development in Webflow is a critical stage where things can easily go wrong. A Single Source of Truth is essential for making this process smooth, efficient, and accurate. When your project has an SSoT, the developer knows with absolute certainty that the Figma file they are accessing is the final, approved version. There are no duplicates or outdated copies floating around to cause confusion.
Furthermore, all the necessary assets that go with the design, such as icons, fonts, brand colours, and imagery, are located in the same central repository. When development is underway, any feedback or revision requests are logged in the same system. This creates a clear and auditable trail, linking feedback directly to the build. This prevents misinterpretations, reduces the need for back-and-forth clarification, and ensures the final Webflow site is a perfect reflection of the approved design.
What are the main benefits of using a client dashboard as an SSoT?
Using a dedicated client dashboard as your Single Source of Truth brings a host of powerful benefits that go beyond simple organisation. It transforms the way you interact with your project and your agency partner, building trust and delivering efficiency.
The key benefits include:
- Clarity and Transparency: You have a real-time window into your project's progress. You can see active tasks, what's coming up next in the queue, and who is responsible for what. This level of transparency builds incredible trust.
- Peak Efficiency: It saves a huge amount of time for everyone. You no longer need to spend hours searching through emails for a file or chasing up team members for a status update. Everything you need is at your fingertips.
- Clear Accountability: Every request, piece of feedback, and approval is logged and time-stamped. This creates a clear record of the project's history, ensuring everyone is accountable for their part of the process.
- Reduced Stress: Knowing that your project is organised, transparent, and moving forward in a structured way provides invaluable peace of mind. It allows you to focus on your business, confident that your digital presence is in capable hands.
Can a Single Source of Truth prevent scope creep?
Yes, a Single Source of Truth is one of the most effective tools for managing and preventing scope creep. Scope creep often happens subtly, through small, undocumented requests that slowly expand a project beyond its original boundaries. An SSoT brings these requests into the light.
When all project requests must be submitted through a central system, there is a clear and documented record of the initial scope. If a new idea or task arises, it can't just be mentioned in a passing comment; it has to be formally added to the task queue. This provides a natural checkpoint.
This process allows for a conscious and collaborative decision. Does this new request fit within the current plan, or does it represent an expansion of scope? It allows us to have an open conversation about prioritisation. For instance, in our subscription model, a new request can be prioritised by moving it up the queue, while acknowledging it will be tackled after the current active task is complete. It turns scope creep from a hidden problem into a transparent, manageable part of the project workflow.
How does Tahi Studio create a Single Source of Truth for your business?
At Tahi Studio, our entire service is built around the principle of a Single Source of Truth. We provide every client with a dedicated dashboard that acts as the central hub for our entire partnership. This is the practical application of our 'one solution, one platform' philosophy.
From the moment you begin working with us, this dashboard is where everything happens. You'll use it to submit all your design and development requests, prioritise your task queue, access and approve deliverables, and communicate directly with our team. All files, conversations, and project updates are stored in one place, giving you complete clarity and control.
We created this system to eliminate the fragmentation and stress that so often comes with digital projects. It’s our way of ensuring a transparent, efficient, and genuinely collaborative partnership, allowing you to have total confidence in where your investment is going and peace of mind that your project is always on track.
