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What are Market Analysis 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.

That's why we have created a list of OKRs examples for Market Analysis to help. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point to write your own goals.

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

Market Analysis OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Market Analysis Objectives and Key Results, but we did not stop there. Understanding the difference between OKRs and projects is important, so we also added examples of strategic initiatives that relate to the OKRs.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to conduct comprehensive market intelligence on competitors

  • ObjectiveConduct comprehensive market intelligence on competitors
  • KRAnalyze 10 competitors' product and service offerings
  • TaskIdentify 10 competitors in the market
  • TaskPerform a detailed analysis comparing competitors' offerings
  • TaskResearch and list each competitor's products and services
  • KRIdentify at least 20 key competitors in the market
  • TaskList all known competitors in your business sector
  • TaskResearch unknown competitors through market analysis
  • TaskCompile a list of 20 main competitors
  • KRUnderstand the marketing strategies of at least 12 competitors
  • TaskIdentify 12 key competitors in your business sector
  • TaskGather data on each competitor's marketing approach
  • TaskAnalyze and contrast each competitor's marketing strategies
  • KRDocument and interpret 15 competitors' pricing strategies
  • TaskObtain detailed information on each competitor's pricing strategy
  • TaskAnalyze and interpret obtained pricing data
  • TaskIdentify and list 15 primary competitors in the market

OKRs to acquire comprehensive understanding of various companies' missions

  • ObjectiveAcquire comprehensive understanding of various companies' missions
  • KRRead and analyze mission statements from 50 different industries each week
  • TaskObtain mission statements from each industry
  • TaskCompile a list of 50 different industries
  • TaskSchedule weekly sessions to read and analyze statements
  • KRConduct four in-depth case studies on companies with unique missions monthly
  • TaskIdentify four companies with unique missions
  • TaskResearch company background and specifics
  • TaskCompile findings into comprehensive case studies
  • KRParticipate in two webinars or relevant industry events every month
  • TaskSchedule and register for two relevant events
  • TaskAttend and actively participate in webinars/events
  • TaskResearch upcoming webinars or industry events in your field

OKRs to craft a compelling and successful business case

  • ObjectiveCraft a compelling and successful business case
  • KRConduct detailed market and competitor analysis by end of Week 4
  • TaskAnalyze market trends and customer preferences
  • TaskGather data on competitor strategy and performance
  • TaskIdentify key competitors in the market
  • KRGather and incorporate feedback from 5 industry experts by end of Week 12
  • TaskCollect and analyze received feedback
  • TaskImplement relevant feedback into operations
  • TaskIdentify and reach out to 5 industry experts for feedback
  • KRDevelop a clear, attainable business case prototype by end of Week 8
  • TaskReview and finalize the prototype by end of Week 8
  • TaskAssemble these elements into a clear structure
  • TaskIdentify key elements of the business case prototype

OKRs to identify the top FP&A software in the market

  • ObjectiveIdentify the top FP&A software in the market
  • KRResearch and list down at least 20 various FP&A software options by week 3
  • TaskCompile and review a list of at least 20 options
  • TaskConduct online research for potential software options
  • TaskIdentify criteria for FP&A software options
  • KRCompare all FP&A software elements for features, cost, and user reviews by week 6
  • TaskCompile a list of all FP&A software elements
  • TaskAnalyze user reviews for each software
  • TaskEvaluate each software for features and cost
  • KRSelect and present the top 3 FP&A software based on the analysis by week 9
  • TaskAnalyze software based on selected criteria
  • TaskResearch various FP&A software options
  • TaskPrepare presentation for top three choices

OKRs to reconnect with old customers for exciting deals

  • ObjectiveReconnect with old customers for exciting deals
  • KRAnalyze and categorize 500 customers' buying patterns and preferences by week two
  • TaskGather data on 500 customers' purchase histories
  • TaskAnalyze purchasing patterns and personal preferences
  • TaskCategorize findings before end of week two
  • KRAchieve 30% successful re-engagement with previous customers through new deals
  • TaskDeploy tailored email marketing campaigns to the target group
  • TaskAnalyze feedback and adjust strategy as required
  • TaskDevelop attractive promotional deals tailored for previous customers
  • KRCraft personalized communication with 60% identified customers offering new deals

OKRs to enhance the effectiveness of our performance marketing strategies

  • ObjectiveEnhance the effectiveness of our performance marketing strategies
  • KRReduce cost per click by 10% by refining ad targeting
  • TaskAssess and improve ad quality and relevance
  • TaskApply demographic and geographic targeting
  • TaskIdentify and focus on top-performing keywords
  • KRIncrease conversion rate by 15% through targeted campaigns
  • TaskDevelop personalized marketing campaigns for target groups
  • TaskAnalyze customer data to identify potential target groups
  • TaskMonitor and adjust campaigns based on performance
  • KRImprove return on ad spend by 20% by optimizing marketing budget allocation
  • TaskAllocate more budget to high-performing advertising channels
  • TaskContinually monitor and readjust marketing spend
  • TaskAnalyze past advertising campaign data for successful strategies

OKRs to penetrate new regions to boost architecture service revenue

  • ObjectivePenetrate new regions to boost architecture service revenue
  • KRDevelop a localized business strategy for the chosen geography by week six
  • TaskIdentify target market and relevant dynamics in chosen geography by week two
  • TaskConstruct localized business strategy by week four
  • TaskFinalize and review strategy for implementation by week six
  • KRIdentify and analyze 3 potential geographies for expansion within two weeks
  • TaskCompile list of potential geographic areas for expansion
  • TaskAnalyze demographic data for each potential area
  • TaskPresent findings and recommend best three locations
  • KRAchieve 10% revenue increase from new geography by the end of the quarter
  • TaskDevelop a strategic marketing plan for penetration
  • TaskIdentify high potential markets within the new geography
  • TaskImplement sales and distribution channels effectively

OKRs to enhance email marketing effectiveness to boost customer conversions

  • ObjectiveEnhance email marketing effectiveness to boost customer conversions
  • KRIncrease email open rate by 20%
  • TaskManage send times to optimize recipient availability
  • TaskRedesign email layout to improve visibility and engagement
  • TaskPersonalize email subjects to pique recipient's interest
  • KRImprove click-through rate by 15%
  • TaskEnhance ad copy with persuasive, clear messaging
  • TaskOptimize email subject lines for better open rates
  • TaskTest and refine call-to-action buttons for visibility
  • KRBoost conversion rate by 10% from email marketing campaigns
  • TaskSegment email list for targeted, personalized content
  • TaskRedesign email template to highlight call-to-actions
  • TaskA/B test different subject lines to increase open rates

OKRs to conduct thorough analysis of two main competitors

  • ObjectiveConduct thorough analysis of two main competitors
  • KRIdentify and list 10 key business strategies of each competitor by week 4
  • TaskComplete and review strategy lists by week 4
  • TaskResearch competitors and their unique strategic approaches
  • TaskCompile a list of 10 strategies per competitor
  • KRCraft and present a detailed comparative report on competitor strategies by week 8
  • TaskResearch and compile data on current competitor strategies
  • TaskDevelop a comparative analysis from gathered data
  • TaskPrepare and rehearse a detailed presentation report
  • KRAnalyse and document competitive product benefits and drawbacks by week 6
  • TaskDocument drawbacks of competitive products by week 6
  • TaskIdentify main competitors and their respective products by week 2
  • TaskEvaluate competitive product benefits by week 4

OKRs to decrease user acquisition cost for our mobile app

  • ObjectiveDecrease user acquisition cost for our mobile app
  • KRImprove advertisement click-through rate by 15% with targeted marketing campaigns
  • TaskMonitor, analyze, and optimize campaign performance regularly
  • TaskImplement targeted ad campaigns based on identified personas
  • TaskResearch customer behavior to create detailed audience personas
  • KRReduce average acquisition cost per user by 25%
  • TaskIncrease targeting precision in ad campaigns
  • TaskAnalyze and optimize current marketing strategies
  • TaskEnhance the retention strategies for existing customers
  • KRIncrease organic app downloads by 30% through app store optimization
  • TaskPromotion through positive user reviews and ratings
  • TaskDevelop compelling app descriptions and attractive icons
  • TaskConduct keyword research to improve app store search ranking

How to write your own Market Analysis 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.

Market Analysis 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 Market Analysis OKRs

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:

We recommend using a spreadsheet for your first OKRs cycle. You'll need to get familiar with the scoring and tracking first. Then, you can scale your OKRs process by using a proper OKR-tracking tool for it.

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 Market Analysis OKR templates

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

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