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What are Department Heads 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.
Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.
We have a collection of OKRs examples for Department Heads to give you some inspiration. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point for your OKRs.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
The best tools for writing perfect Department Heads OKRs
Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.
Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt
Tability AI allows you to describe your goals in a prompt, and generate a fully editable OKR template in seconds.
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Click on the Generate goals using AI
- 3. Describe your goals in a prompt
- 4. Get your fully editable OKR template
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
Watch the video below to see it in action 👇
Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs
You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.
- 1. Create your Tability account
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on Generate analysis
- 4. Review the suggestions and decide to accept or dismiss them
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards

Tability 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.
Department Heads OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Department Heads 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 enhance operational productivity through constant improvement methodology
ObjectiveEnhance operational productivity through constant improvement methodology
KRLaunch two training sessions on new software tools to increase teams' productivity by 20%
Notify team members about the upcoming training sessions
Develop a comprehensive curriculum on the new software tools
Determine suitable dates for two separate training sessions
KRImplement a new operational procedure in at least 3 departments, driving 10% improved efficiency
Develop a comprehensive new operational procedure blueprint
Pilot test procedure in one department for feedback
Roll out procedure across remaining departments
KRAchieve a 15% reduction in process time by employing lean techniques
Identify inefficiencies and waste in current process
Implement and monitor lean techniques to reduce time
Train team on lean techniques and principles
OKRs to enhance risk management approaches in our tech organization
ObjectiveEnhance risk management approaches in our tech organization
KRTrain 90% of staff on updated risk management protocols by end of quarter
Identify staff needing training on risk management protocols
Schedule and organize training sessions for identified staff
Monitor and track staff training progress
KRReduce operational risk instances by 30% through revised preventive measures
Conduct regular risk assessment trainings for staff
Conduct a thorough review of existing preventative measures
Develop and implement improved safety protocols
KRImplement newly designated risk management software accurately within all departments
Ensure software compatibility with existing department systems
Train all department heads on new risk management software
Monitor and address issues during software integration period
KRAchieve at least 90% compliance with new risk mitigation strategies across all divisions
Train all division heads on new risk mitigation strategies
Create measurable, division-specific compliance objectives
Monitor and report compliance regularly for accountability
OKRs to ensure business continuity despite team member absenteeism
ObjectiveEnsure business continuity despite team member absenteeism
KRDevelop a cross-training program for all department roles by end of next quarter
Schedule and implement training sessions
Design a comprehensive cross-training curriculum
Identify key skills required in all department roles
KRImplement a backup system where every role has at least two knowledgeable substitutes
Select two substitutes for each role
Train the substitutes thoroughly
Identify key roles and their associated responsibilities
KRTest business continuity plan under simulated absence scenarios, achieving 90% effectiveness
Design simulated tests for each identified scenario
Identify potential absence scenarios affecting business continuity
Conduct simulations, aiming for 90% effectiveness
OKRs to streamline and optimize the company budget management process
ObjectiveStreamline and optimize the company budget management process
KRReduce overall operating expenses by 10% through cost-saving initiatives
Implement energy-saving strategies across the company
Eliminate unnecessary spending on outdated equipment
Negotiate with suppliers for discounted rates
KRImplement automated budget tracking in 2 departments to minimize manual errors
Train relevant staff on the usage of automated software
Implement and monitor the software for efficiency
Identify suitable automated budget tracking software for the departments
KRIncrease financial forecasting accuracy by 15% with enhanced budgetary tools
Research and invest in top-rated budgetary software tools
Regularly monitor and adjust financial forecast models
Train financial team on latest forecasting methodologies
OKRs to enhance organisational work transparency for improved efficiency
ObjectiveEnhance organisational work transparency for improved efficiency
KRIncrease internal presentation sessions about ongoing projects by 30%
Identify projects suitable for presentation sessions
Schedule 30% more presentation sessions
Notify and invite participants to sessions
KRImplement a shared project management platform across all departments
Identify the needs of all departments for a project management platform
Train all department heads on the new platform
Select and purchase an appropriate shared platform
KRMake 100% of work processes documented and easily accessible for all staff
Identify all existing work processes across departments
Create clear, concise documentation for each process
Develop a centralized, digital process library for staff access
OKRs to implement continuous monitoring and management of departmental budgets
ObjectiveImplement continuous monitoring and management of departmental budgets
KR Increase accuracy by reducing budget variances to less than 5%
Set clear and precise budget guidelines for all departments
Monitor and analyze spending consistently to identify variances
Implement regular budget reviews and adjustments as needed
KRTraining 80% of the management team on advanced budget management techniques
Identify individuals needing advanced budget management training
Execute training sessions and assess understanding
Schedule training sessions with a qualified trainer
KREstablish a monthly budget review process involving all department heads
Involve all department heads in meetings
Organize a routine budget review meeting
Implement regular budget adjustments based on feedback
OKRs to increase cost management efficiency for people and operations
ObjectiveIncrease cost management efficiency for people and operations
KRImplement cost tracking system to monitor and analyze spend across departments
Train department heads in cost tracking system usage
Launch system and begin monitoring departmental expenses
Select cost tracking software suitable for our business needs
KRTrain managers on cost management best practices to mitigate overspending
Follow-up on training effectiveness and changes
Identify experts to guide practice implementation
Arrange cost management training seminars for managers
KRReduce operational costs by 10% through process optimization and automation
Conduct a thorough assessment of current operational processes
Implement process optimization and automation strategies
Identify inefficiencies and areas for automation
OKRs to implement strategic planning framework for goal alignment
ObjectiveStreamline organizational strategy for better goal alignment
KRProvide regular communication and training to ensure alignment and engagement
KREstablish a system to track and monitor progress towards goals
KRConduct a SWOT analysis and identify key strategic priorities
KRDevelop a clear action plan for executing the strategic priorities
OKRs to enhance interdepartmental collaboration as instructional designer
ObjectiveEnhance interdepartmental collaboration as instructional designer
KRConduct feedback sessions with each department post-collaboration to achieve 85% satisfaction rate
Schedule feedback sessions with all department heads
Prepare relevant feedback-related questions
Measure satisfaction rate after each session
KRProvide fortnightly progress reports to stakeholders to ensure seamless communication
Schedule and send bi-weekly progress reports
Identify key metrics to track progress
Create a clear, concise reporting template
KRIncrease the number of joint projects with different departments by 20%
Initiate discussions for joint project proposals
Establish collaborative agreements and start projects
Identify potential interdepartmental collaboration opportunities
OKRs to enhance data analytics and automate reporting procedures
ObjectiveEnhance data analytics and automate reporting procedures
KRTrain staff on using new analytics and automated reporting systems with 90% proficiency
Perform proficiency tests and provide feedback
Conduct workshops to enhance staff understanding
Design comprehensive training modules on new systems
KRImplement an analytics tool to track data from all departments accurately
Identify a suitable analytics tool that integrates with existing department software
Regularly review and update tracking parameters to ensure accuracy
Train department heads in using and interpreting analytics data
KRDevelop an automated reporting system, reducing manual report generation by 60%
Research and implement efficient automated reporting software
Identify current manual reporting processes and flaws
Train staff on the functioning and use of the new system
Department Heads 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.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards

The rules of OKRs are simple. Quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly, and yearly OKRs should be tracked monthly. 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 Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.
How to get Tability dashboards:
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Use the importers to add your OKRs (works with any spreadsheet or doc)
- 3. Publish your OKR plan
That's it! Tability will instantly get access to 10+ dashboards to monitor progress, visualise trends, and identify risks early.
More Department Heads OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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