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What are Hr Automation 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.

How you write your OKRs can make a huge difference on the impact that your team will have at the end of the quarter. But, it's not always easy to write a quarterly plan that focuses on outcomes instead of projects.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Hr Automation to help you. You can look at any of the templates below to get some inspiration for your own goals.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

Hr Automation OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Hr Automation. We also included strategic projects for each template to make it easier to understand the difference between key results and projects.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to streamline HR processes through automation

  • ObjectiveStreamline HR processes through automation
  • KRReduce turnaround time for HR tasks by implementing automated workflow systems
  • TaskResearch and select an appropriate automated workflow system for HR tasks
  • TaskTrain HR team to utilize new automated workflow systems
  • TaskTrack and measure task turn-around time improvements
  • KRIncrease employee self-service options to improve efficiency and user experience
  • TaskDevelop tutorial materials for navigating self-service options
  • TaskConduct periodic user experience surveys to gather feedback
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive digital HR platform for employee inquiries
  • KRImplement automated onboarding system to reduce manual data entry
  • TaskPurchase and install chosen onboarding software
  • TaskTrain staff on system functionality and utilization
  • TaskResearch best automated onboarding systems on market

OKRs to implement HR automation tools to increase efficiencies

  • ObjectiveImplement HR automation tools to increase efficiencies
  • KRTrain 90% of HR staff on using new automation tools effectively
  • TaskMonitor and measure training participation rates
  • TaskIdentify appropriate automation tools training for HR staff
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for all HR employees
  • KRImplement AI-based HR software to reduce recruitment time by 30%
  • TaskResearch and select the most suitable AI-based HR software
  • TaskMonitor key recruitment metrics to assess improvement
  • TaskTrain HR team on utilizing the new AI software effectively
  • KRAchieve a 25% decrease in paperwork and manual processes through automation
  • TaskResearch and implement suitable automation software/tools
  • TaskIdentify and classify manual processes appropriate for automation
  • TaskMonitor efficiency and adjust strategies as needed

OKRs to enhance the new hire pre-onboarding experience

  • ObjectiveEnhance the new hire pre-onboarding experience
  • KRImplement digital automation for at least 50% of pre onboarding process
  • TaskDevelop and deploy the automation processes
  • TaskSelect appropriate digital automation tool or platform
  • TaskIdentify which pre-onboarding processes are automatable
  • KRDecrease time to complete pre-onboarding tasks by 25%
  • TaskImplement an interactive onboarding checklist for new hires
  • TaskAutomate paperwork with digital forms and signatures
  • TaskStreamline pre-onboarding process by eliminating redundant steps
  • KRIncrease new hire satisfaction rate post-pre onboarding to 90%
  • TaskSchedule regular check-ins with recent hires
  • TaskEnhance onboarding process based on feedback
  • TaskImplement mentorship program for all incoming hires

OKRs to optimize payroll process for efficiency

  • ObjectiveOptimize payroll process for efficiency
  • KRReduce manual payroll processes by 40% to minimize human error
  • TaskImplement automated payroll software system in the company
  • TaskTrain HR employees on using the new software
  • TaskMonitor and adjust software for efficiency
  • KRIncrease payroll automation by 50% for enhanced productivity
  • TaskEvaluate and adjust operations for continuous improvement
  • TaskTrain staff members on new automated payroll systems
  • TaskResearch and select advanced payroll automation software
  • KRAchieve 30% reduction in payroll processing time by improving workflow
  • TaskImplementing automated payroll software or system
  • TaskIdentify and eliminate redundant payroll processing steps
  • TaskTrain staff on efficient payroll processing procedures

OKRs to streamline human resources tasks including payroll and work permits

  • ObjectiveStreamline human resources tasks including payroll and work permits
  • KRDigitize 90% of human resources documents using automation software
  • TaskConvert 90% of HR documents using automation software
  • TaskTrain HR staff to use digitization automation software
  • TaskSelect appropriate software for automating document digitization
  • KRAchieve a 100% success rate in obtaining work permits for necessary employees
  • TaskPrepare accurate and complete application packages
  • TaskTrack permit application progress timely
  • TaskEnsure eligibility requirements are met by all employees
  • KRCut payroll process time by 30% with new software integration
  • TaskTrain staff on new software utilization
  • TaskImplement and monitor software efficiency regularly
  • TaskIdentify and procure suitable payroll processing software

How to write your own Hr Automation 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.

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.

AI feedback for OKRs in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

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.

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.

Hr Automation 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

Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your 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

Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

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 Hr Automation OKRs

Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

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 Hr Automation OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

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