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tability.ioWhat are Compliance Certification OKRs?
The Objective and Key Results (OKR) framework is a simple goal-setting methodology that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s. It became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s, and it's now used by teams of all sizes to set and track ambitious goals at scale.
Writing good OKRs can be hard, especially if it's your first time doing it. You'll need to center the focus of your plans around outcomes instead of projects.
We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Compliance Certification to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Compliance Certification OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Compliance Certification Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).
Hope you'll find this helpful!
OKRs to acquire pre-requisites for ISO 27001 certification
ObjectiveAcquire pre-requisites for ISO 27001 certification
KRExecute necessary improvements and resolve 50% identified non-compliance issues
Implement solutions, resolve half of issues- Identify key issues causing non-compliance
- Develop strategies for necessary improvements
- KRSuccessfully complete 60% of the ISO 27001 pre-assessment checklist
- Review and understand the contents of the ISO 27001 pre-assessment checklist
- Regularly monitor and update progress on the checklist completion
- Start accomplishing the items listed in the pre-assessment checklist
- KRIdentify and assign a dedicated ISO 27001 compliance team within two weeks
- Identify potential team members skilled in ISO 27001
- Set a two-week deadline for team formation
- Assign dedicated team members for ISO 27001 compliance
OKRs to obtain ISO certification for our organization
- ObjectiveObtain ISO certification for our organization
- KRComplete ISO application documentation with 100% accuracy
- Double check for 100% accuracy before final submission
- Ensure error-free, precise entries in ISO application
- Compile all necessary info and data for ISO application
- KRPass ISO audit with zero non-compliance issues
- Ensure all processes follow established ISO standards and guidelines
- Train staff on importance of ISO compliance and audit guidelines
- Conduct regular internal audits to identify and rectify potential issues
- KRTrain 90% of employees on ISO requirements and standards
- Schedule ISO training sessions for all employees
- Identify suitable ISO training programs for the employees
- Track and document individual employee progress
OKRs to strengthen cybersecurity governance and ensure compliance
- ObjectiveStrengthen cybersecurity governance and ensure compliance
- KRReduce cybersecurity incidents by 30% through enhanced security measures and systems
- Conduct regular cybersecurity awareness trainings for employees
- Enforce strict password policies and two-factor authentication
- Implement advanced antivirus and firewall systems across all devices
- KRImplement, test, and document improvements to 20% of security policies and protocols
- Develop and implement improvements for selected policies
- Identify 20% of security policies needing improvements
- Write documentation detailing all modified protocols
- KRComplete cybersecurity training and compliance certification for 90% of team members
- Monitor training progress and check completion
- Facilitate compliance certification for trained members
- Identify and enroll team members in cybersecurity training
OKRs to facilitate ISO 27001 certification readiness for tech team
- ObjectiveFacilitate ISO 27001 certification readiness for tech team
- KRAchieve 100% completion of necessary documentation for ISO 27001 certification application
- Identify and gather all required documentation for ISO 27001 certification
- Analyze and complete any missing or incomplete documentation
- Review and finalize every document for application submission
- KREnsure 100% of tech team undergo mandatory ISO 27001 familiarization training
- Identify mandatory ISO 27001 training providers
- Schedule training for all tech team members
- Monitor and record attendance at training
- KRConduct bi-weekly audits to ensure at least 90% compliance to ISO 27001 standards
- Review compliance results for improvement areas
- Schedule recurring bi-weekly ISO 27001 audit sessions
- Implement necessary changes to ensure 90% compliance
OKRs to obtain ISO 27001 certification
- ObjectiveAchieve ISO 27001 certification
- KRAddress all identified non-conformities and implement corrective actions promptly
- Monitor the progress of implemented corrective actions and report any deviations promptly
- Develop a corrective action plan outlining steps to resolve each non-conformity
- Review and document all identified non-conformities from the assessment
- Assign responsible individuals to execute the corrective actions within specified timelines
- KRPass the external audit with no major findings and obtain ISO 27001 certification
- Conduct regular internal audits to ensure ongoing compliance with ISO 27001 requirements
- Work closely with external auditors to address any findings and promptly resolve them
- Implement necessary security controls and procedures to address identified gaps
- Review existing security controls and identify gaps or areas for improvement
- KRConduct a successful internal audit to ensure compliance with ISO 27001 requirements
- Develop and implement corrective actions for identified non-compliance issues
- Conduct interviews and surveys to gather feedback from employees on compliance practices
- Assess and document the effectiveness of existing security controls
- Review and update company policies to align with ISO 27001 requirements
- KRImplement necessary security controls to comply with ISO 27001 standards
OKRs to achieve ISO 27001 certification with an action plan
- ObjectiveAchieve ISO 27001 certification with an action plan
- KRDevelop and implement necessary policies and procedures to align with ISO 27001 standards
- Develop new policies and procedures to meet ISO 27001 standards
- Communicate and train employees on the new policies and procedures
- Conduct a gap analysis to identify policy and procedure gaps
- Regularly review and update policies and procedures to ensure compliance with ISO 27001
- KRConduct a comprehensive gap analysis to identify all compliance requirements
- KRSuccessfully pass the external ISO 27001 certification audit conducted by a certified auditor
- Update and document all necessary processes and procedures in accordance with ISO 27001
- Conduct a comprehensive review of the ISO 27001 standard requirements and guidelines
- Implement a risk management framework aligned with the ISO 27001 requirements
- Train employees on ISO 27001 procedures and their roles in maintaining compliance
- KRTrain all employees on information security awareness and best practices
OKRs to enhance organizational cybersecurity compliance
- ObjectiveEnhance organizational cybersecurity compliance
- KRGet certification in ISO 27001 standard for information security management
- Develop and implement an information security management system
- Research and understand the requirements of ISO 27001 certification
- Apply for ISO 27001 certification and prepare for audit
- KRAchieve 90% reduction in cybersecurity incidents by bolstering intrusion detection systems
- Engage staff in regular cybersecurity training sessions
- Enhance existing security measures across all digital touchpoints
- Implement advanced intrusion detection system software
- KRImplement cybersecurity training for 100% of employees by quarter-end
- Track employee attendance and progress
- Develop comprehensive cybersecurity training curriculum
- Schedule mandatory training sessions for all employees
OKRs to ensure all product lines attain organic certification
- ObjectiveEnsure all product lines attain organic certification
- KRAchieve 100% compliance with organic certification standards
- Research current guidelines for organic certification standards
- Implement needed changes to meet those standards
- Initiate the certification process
- KRObtain organic source materials for 100% of our products
- Initiate partnerships with chosen organic suppliers
- Identify potential suppliers of organic raw materials
- Monitor quality control of sourced organic materials
- KRSubmit all products for organic certification evaluation
- Submit applications to the relevant certification body
- Fill and complete relevant certification application forms
- Gather all product details required for organic certification
OKRs to attain ISO 27001 certification
- ObjectiveAchieve ISO 27001 certification
- KRImplement necessary controls and measures to address identified risks and improve information security
- Regularly monitor and test the effectiveness of implemented controls and measures
- Establish strong access controls and authentication mechanisms to protect sensitive information
- Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats
- Develop and implement security policies and procedures based on the identified risks
- KRTrain all employees on information security policies and procedures to ensure compliance
- Develop a comprehensive training program on information security policies and procedures
- Conduct mandatory training sessions for all employees on information security policies and procedures
- Provide all employees with updated written materials outlining information security policies and procedures
- Regularly assess and evaluate employees' understanding of information security policies and procedures
- KRConduct a comprehensive risk assessment to identify gaps in information security practices
- Develop action plans to address and close the identified gaps in information security practices
- Identify potential vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the existing information security infrastructure
- Review current information security practices and policies
- Assess the potential impact of identified risks on the organization's information and data
- KRSuccessfully pass the ISO 27001 certification audit conducted by an accredited external body
- Address any identified gaps or weaknesses in the information security controls
- Prepare and organize all required documentation and evidence for the audit process
- Implement necessary improvements to align with ISO 27001 requirements and best practices
- Conduct a thorough internal review of all information security controls and processes
How to write your own Compliance Certification OKRs
1. Get tailored OKRs with an AI
You'll find some examples below, but it's likely that you have very specific needs that won't be covered.
You can use Tability's AI generator to create tailored OKRs based on your specific context. Tability can turn your objective description into a fully editable OKR template -- including tips to help you refine your goals.
- 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
- 2. Click on the "Generate goals using AI" button
- 3. Use natural language to describe your goals
Tability will then use your prompt to generate a fully editable OKR template.
Watch the video below to see it in action 👇
Option 2. Optimise existing OKRs with Tability Feedback tool
If you already have existing goals, and you want to improve them. You can use Tability's AI feedback to help you.
- 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on "Generate analysis"
Tability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRsTability will scan your OKRs and offer different suggestions to improve them. This can range from a small rewrite of a statement to make it clearer to a complete rewrite of the entire OKR.
You can then decide to accept the suggestions or dismiss them if you don't agree.
Option 3. Use the free OKR generator
If you're just looking for some quick inspiration, you can also use our free OKR generator to get a template.
Unlike with Tability, you won't be able to iterate on the templates, but this is still a great way to get started.
Compliance Certification OKR best practices
Generally speaking, your objectives should be ambitious yet achievable, and your key results should be measurable and time-bound (using the SMART framework can be helpful). It is also recommended to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.
Here are a couple of best practices extracted from our OKR implementation guide 👇
Tip #1: Limit the number of key results
The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the OKRs.
We recommend having 3-4 objectives, and 3-4 key results per objective. A platform like Tability can run audits on your data to help you identify the plans that have too many goals.
Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins
Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.
Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.
Tip #3: No more than 2 yellow statuses in a row
Yes, this is another tip for goal-tracking instead of goal-setting (but you'll get plenty of OKR examples above). But, once you have your goals defined, it will be your ability to keep the right sense of urgency that will make the difference.
As a rule of thumb, it's best to avoid having more than 2 yellow/at risk statuses in a row.
Make a call on the 3rd update. You should be either back on track, or off track. This sounds harsh but it's the best way to signal risks early enough to fix things.
How to track your Compliance Certification OKRs
OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:
- It brings the goals back to the top of the mind
- It will highlight poorly set OKRs
- It will surface execution risks
- It improves transparency and accountability
Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use a proper OKR platform to make things easier.
If you're not yet set on a tool, you can check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates guide to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.
More Compliance Certification OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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