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What are It Team Lead 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.

Formulating strong OKRs can be a complex endeavor, particularly for first-timers. Prioritizing outcomes over projects is crucial when developing your plans.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for It Team Lead 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.

It Team Lead OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for It Team Lead. 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 establish a high-performing IT team

  • ObjectiveEstablish a high-performing IT team
  • KRAchieve 90% team satisfaction rate through team-building activities and growth opportunities
  • TaskCreate and offer regular professional development opportunities
  • TaskConduct monthly team satisfaction surveys and feedback sessions
  • TaskImplement weekly team-building exercises and workshops
  • KRRecruit and onboard 5 IT professionals with diverse expertise
  • TaskDevelop an effective onboarding process
  • TaskLaunch a targeted recruitment campaign
  • TaskIdentify 5 diverse IT roles needed in the company
  • KRDevelop and implement an IT team onboarding program for swift integration
  • TaskDesign comprehensive IT team training materials
  • TaskImplement onboarding process in the HR system
  • TaskIdentify essential skills needed for the IT team

OKRs to implement phase one of privilege access management tool replacement

  • ObjectiveImplement phase one of privilege access management tool replacement
  • KRDevelop detailed transition plan to ensure zero service disruptions
  • TaskSchedule and communicate transition plan to all stakeholders
  • TaskDevelop contingency strategies addressing identified risks
  • TaskIdentify critical services and potential disruption risks
  • KRTrain 70% of IT staff on the operation of selected new access management tools
  • TaskOrganize and implement the scheduled training sessions
  • TaskChoose appropriate access management tools for training
  • TaskIdentify 70% of IT staff requiring access management training
  • KRIdentify and assess five potential replacement tools, determining suitability by end of quarter
  • TaskResearch and list five potential replacement tools
  • TaskEvaluate each tool's effectiveness and suitability
  • TaskPresent findings and recommendation by the deadline

OKRs to develop a comprehensive IT upskilling program for colleagues

  • ObjectiveDevelop a comprehensive IT upskilling program for colleagues
  • KRIdentify 3 major IT skill gaps in the team within 7 days
  • TaskCompare findings with current IT skill standards
  • TaskAnalyze team's recent project performance
  • TaskSurvey team to identify perceived IT skills deficiencies
  • KRAchieve 80% completion rate across all training modules over the quarter
  • TaskRegularly monitor and review completion progress
  • TaskImplement incentives to motivate completion
  • TaskDevelop engaging and comprehensive training modules
  • KRDesign 2 in-depth training modules per identified gap in the subsequent 3 weeks
  • TaskDesign and finalize two training modules per gap
  • TaskIdentify the gaps that need training modules
  • TaskDevelop detailed outlines for each module

OKRs to enhance the efficiency and reliability of IT services

  • ObjectiveEnhance the efficiency and reliability of IT services
  • KRDecrease system downtime by 20%
  • TaskImplement regular preventive maintenance on all system components
  • TaskEstablish robust disaster recovery and backup plans
  • TaskUpgrade outdated hardware and software components
  • KRImplement proactive maintenance on 95% of servers
  • TaskAssign a maintenance team to apply the protocol to identified servers
  • TaskIdentify all servers needing proactive maintenance
  • TaskDevelop and document a proactive maintenance protocol
  • KRIncrease customer satisfaction scores by 15% via improved service delivery
  • TaskTrain staff in advanced customer service techniques
  • TaskImplement a robust customer feedback system
  • TaskStreamline service delivery for efficiency

OKRs to complete Windows 10 update on all DC PCs

  • ObjectiveComplete Windows 10 update on all DC PCs
  • KRFully update 100% of DC PCs to Windows 10 by the end of the quarter
  • TaskValidate successful Windows 10 installation
  • TaskInstall Windows 10 on non-updated PCs
  • TaskConduct software audit on all DC PCs
  • KRReach 60% upgrade rate on DC PCs to Windows 10 by end of second month
  • TaskDevelop an effective, step-by-step upgrade guide for Windows 10
  • TaskOffer technical support during the upgrade process
  • TaskConduct training sessions about the Windows 10 upgrade
  • KRAchieve 30% of DC PC's Windows 10 update by end of first month
  • TaskSchedule update process for identified PCs
  • TaskMonitor and ensure successful upgrade completion
  • TaskIdentify PCs for Windows 10 upgrade

OKRs to increase efficiency within the digital marketing agency

  • ObjectiveIncrease efficiency within the digital marketing agency
  • KRIncrease team productivity by implementing a new project management software
  • TaskRegularly review team performance and provide feedback to improve productivity and efficiency
  • TaskResearch and select the most suitable project management software for the team
  • TaskProvide thorough training sessions for all team members on using the new software
  • TaskSet up clear guidelines and templates to ensure consistent use of the software
  • KRStreamline reporting processes to save a minimum of 10 hours per week
  • KRReduce average turnaround time for client deliverables by 20%
  • TaskImplement efficient project management tools and software to enhance workflow efficiency
  • TaskIdentify bottlenecks in the current delivery process and address them promptly
  • TaskConduct regular training sessions to enhance team productivity and time management skills
  • TaskStreamline communication channels to minimize delays during project execution
  • KRImprove communication by reducing internal email threads by at least 30%

OKRs to implement MLOps system to enhance data science productivity and effectiveness

  • ObjectiveImplement MLOps system to enhance data science productivity and effectiveness
  • KRConduct training and enablement sessions to ensure team proficiency in utilizing MLOps tools
  • TaskOrganize knowledge-sharing sessions to enable cross-functional understanding of MLOps tool utilization
  • TaskProvide hands-on practice sessions to enhance team's proficiency in MLOps tool
  • TaskCreate detailed documentation and resources for self-paced learning on MLOps tools
  • TaskSchedule regular training sessions on MLOps tools for team members
  • KREstablish monitoring system to track model performance and detect anomalies effectively
  • TaskContinuously enhance the monitoring system by incorporating feedback from stakeholders and adjusting metrics
  • TaskDefine key metrics and performance indicators to monitor and assess model performance
  • TaskEstablish a regular review schedule to analyze and address any detected performance anomalies promptly
  • TaskImplement real-time monitoring tools and automate anomaly detection processes for efficient tracking
  • KRDevelop and integrate version control system to ensure traceability and reproducibility
  • TaskResearch available version control systems and their features
  • TaskIdentify the specific requirements and needs for the version control system implementation
  • TaskTrain and educate team members on how to effectively use the version control system
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive plan for integrating the chosen version control system into existing workflows
  • KRAutomate deployment process to reduce time and effort required for model deployment
  • TaskResearch and select appropriate tools or platforms for automating the deployment process
  • TaskImplement and integrate the automated deployment process into the existing model deployment workflow
  • TaskIdentify and prioritize key steps involved in the current deployment process
  • TaskDevelop and test deployment scripts or workflows using the selected automation tool or platform

OKRs to reinstate Intel's victorious culture and unify its talent pool

  • ObjectiveReinstate Intel's victorious culture and unify its talent pool
  • KRImplement a quarterly team-building activity to foster unity among 95% of employees
  • TaskIdentify various team-building activities suitable for all employees
  • TaskMonitor employee participation, aiming for 95% involvement
  • TaskEstablish a scheduling and communication plan for activities
  • KRIncrease talent retention rate to 90% through effective incentive programs
  • TaskImplement annual employee feedback surveys
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive incentive program to reward employee performance
  • TaskProvide regular career development opportunities
  • KRAchieve a 10% increase in internal promotion rate, strengthening our talent base
  • TaskCreate opportunities for internal growth and advancement
  • TaskImplement training programs to enrich employee skills and performance
  • TaskRegularly review and adjust promotion criteria

OKRs to improve the reliability and efficiency of IT Infrastructure

  • ObjectiveImprove the reliability and efficiency of IT Infrastructure
  • KRDecrease system downtime by 30% through proactive maintenance and upgrades
  • TaskDevelop a regular schedule for proactive maintenance and system check-ups
  • TaskImplement latest upgrades and patches in a timely manner
  • TaskMonitor system metrics regularly to spot potential failures
  • KRImprove incident response time by 20% for high-severity issues
  • TaskSimplify processes for faster issue resolution
  • TaskTrain staff on efficient incident response protocol
  • TaskImplement an alert system for high-severity issues
  • KRImplement a new automation system reducing manual tasks by 25%
  • TaskTrain employees on new automation system usage
  • TaskSelect appropriate automation software or tool
  • TaskIdentify processes suitable for automation within the company

OKRs to generate quality leads via data mining

  • ObjectiveGenerate quality leads via data mining
  • KRAchieve a 20% lift in sales-qualified leads conversion rate
  • TaskIntensify sales team training on lead conversion techniques
  • TaskImplement personalized follow-ups for sales-qualified leads
  • TaskOptimize landing pages for higher lead-to-sale conversion
  • KRIncrease database size by 30% to enhance data mining efforts
  • TaskAllocate resources for 30% database expansion
  • TaskAnalyze current database capacity and needs
  • TaskImplement database enlargement strategy
  • KRDeploy data mining software to generate 15% more leads
  • TaskTrain staff members to effectively use the software
  • TaskInstall and configure the software on company systems
  • TaskSelect appropriate data mining software for lead generation

How to write your own It Team Lead 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.

It Team Lead 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 It Team Lead OKRs

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs 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 It Team Lead OKR templates

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