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tability.ioWhat are Qa Team 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 understand that setting OKRs can be challenging, so we have prepared a set of examples tailored for Qa Team. Take a peek at the templates below to find inspiration and kickstart your goal-setting process.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Qa Team OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Qa Team 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 improve efficiency of QA triaging
ObjectiveImprove efficiency of QA triaging
KRIncrease accuracy of QA triaging by achieving a 90% reduction in false-positive tickets
Utilize automated tools and technologies to assist in the identification and reduction of false-positive tickets- Provide comprehensive training to QA team members on identifying false-positive tickets
- Implement stricter guidelines for ticket classification based on clearly defined criteria
- Regularly analyze and review triaging processes to identify areas for improvement
- KRIntegrate automated QA triaging system with existing bug tracking tools
- Evaluate and select suitable automated QA triaging system for integration
- Train QA team and relevant stakeholders on using the integrated automated QA triaging system
- Design and implement necessary integrations between the automated QA triaging system and bug tracking tools
- Test and validate the integration to ensure seamless data flow between the systems
- KRReduce manual QA triaging time by 50% through automation
- Research and evaluate available automation tools and frameworks suitable for QA triaging
- Train QA team members on the usage and maintenance of the implemented automation solutions
- Analyze existing manual QA triaging processes to identify potential areas for automation
- Develop and implement automated test scripts for frequently occurring triaging scenarios
- KRImplement a machine learning algorithm to categorize and prioritize QA tickets
- Continually evaluate and fine-tune the algorithm using feedback and updated data
- Collect and analyze historical QA tickets for training data
- Develop a prioritization system based on urgency and impact metrics
- Choose and implement a suitable machine learning algorithm for ticket categorization
OKRs to establish and optimize a QA design team for the mobile gaming division
- ObjectiveEstablish and optimize a QA design team for the mobile gaming division
- KRDevelop and implement a comprehensive QA design process to ensure efficient testing and bug detection
- KRHire and onboard skilled QA designers to form a cohesive and proficient team
- KRImprove time-to-market by streamlining QA design procedures and optimizing testing efficiency
- Establish clear communication channels between QA and development teams for quick feedback and issue resolution
- Regularly evaluate and update testing strategies to ensure they align with the project's objectives
- Review current QA design procedures to identify areas for improvement and streamlining
- Implement automation tools and frameworks to increase testing efficiency
- KREnhance customer satisfaction by reducing post-release issues and increasing positive user reviews
- Implement a streamlined feedback system to promptly address user concerns and provide solutions
- Consistently track and analyze user reviews to gain insights and prioritize areas for improvement
- Conduct thorough user testing before releasing products to identify and address potential issues
- Improve product documentation and provide user-friendly resources to assist customers in troubleshooting
OKRs to improve QA progress tracking across all projects
- ObjectiveImprove QA progress tracking across all projects
- KRImplement a standardized QA progress tracking system across all projects
- Train all project teams on how to use the new tracking system
- Roll out the standardized QA progress tracking system across all projects
- Regularly monitor and update the tracking system to ensure accuracy and effectiveness
- Develop a comprehensive QA progress tracking template
- KRIncrease the percentage of completed QA tasks by 15% compared to the previous quarter
- Regularly communicate progress and expectations to the QA team for accountability
- Implement a standardized QA checklist to ensure completeness and accuracy
- Implement a peer review process to catch any missed QA tasks
- Provide additional training and resources to enhance QA team's skills
- KRConduct weekly meetings to review and update QA progress and address any bottlenecks
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks in the QA process during each weekly meeting
- Schedule weekly QA progress meetings to review and update project status
- Document meeting discussions and actions taken to keep track of progress
- Assign action items to team members for addressing any identified bottlenecks
- KRReduce the average time taken to complete QA tasks by 10%
OKRs to enhance profitability within QA teams
- ObjectiveEnhance profitability within QA teams
- KRCut costs by implementing automation resulting in 10% budget savings
- Calculate and monitor savings from automation
- Identify repetitive tasks that are suitable for automation
- Implement automation tools in selected operations
- KRImprove efficiency by reducing testing time by 20%
- Prioritize critical areas in testing procedures
- Implement automated testing to streamline the process
- Regularly review and revise testing protocols
- KRDecrease the number of software defects by 15%
- Enroll team in continuous improvement training
- Implement a comprehensive code review process
- Conduct regular software testing sessions
OKRs to increase quality assurance effectiveness and efficiency
- ObjectiveIncrease quality assurance effectiveness and efficiency
- KRImplement automation in 70% of QA testing processes
- Train QA team in automation tool use
- Identify the QA testing processes that can be automated
- Research and acquire suitable automation tools
- KRDecrease false positive reports by 30%
- Train staff on identifying and handling false positives
- Enhance data quality and accuracy checks
- Implement stricter parameters in reporting algorithms
- KRIncrease the QA test pass rate to 95%
- Enhance the bug detection and reporting system
- Develop a comprehensive training program for QA testers
- Implement rigorous test case reviews before execution
OKRs to enhance QA analysis of each MCSS in the test repository
- ObjectiveEnhance QA analysis of each MCSS in the test repository
- KRConduct comprehensive audit of 100% of MCSS within the first two weeks
- Begin conducting MCSS audits
- Identify all areas requiring MCSS audit
- Develop detailed auditing schedule
- KRDevelop and implement a new QA evaluation process to improve test effectiveness
- Identify issues and limitations of the current QA evaluation process
- Implement and monitor the new QA evaluation method
- Develop a more efficient, innovative QA evaluation process
- KRIdentify and decrease test failures by 20% through improved test accuracy
- Implement training on improved testing techniques
- Develop more accurate testing protocols or methods
- Analyze current test failures to identify common issues
OKRs to ensure readiness for GA release of product on Linux
- ObjectiveEnsure readiness for GA release of product on Linux
- KRProvide training for support team on Linux-specific issues and troubleshooting
- Monitor and evaluate the team's progress post-training
- Develop a comprehensive Linux-specific training program
- Schedule training sessions for the support team
- KRUpdate documentation and support resources for Linux users
- Verify and publish all new Linux resources on appropriate platforms
- Review current Linux documentation and support resources for outdated information
- Develop updated Linux user guides, tutorials and FAQs
- KRComplete all necessary testing and bug fixing for Linux compatibility
- Run preliminary tests for software compatibility with Linux
- Identify, document and prioritize detected bugs
- Fix bugs and conduct validation testing
OKRs to develop a cloud-based SAAS loyalty product
- ObjectiveDevelop a cloud-based SAAS loyalty product
- KRComplete backend development process meeting 95% of the defined specifications
- Develop and test backend according to specifications
- Finalize defined specifications for backend development process
- Conduct reviews and adjust code to meet 95% specification accuracy
- KRSuccessfully launch a beta version with less than 3% defects reported
- Prioritize and swiftly address reported defects
- Develop comprehensive testing procedures for beta version
- Provide effective channels for reporting software defects
- KRFinalize system specifications and required features by interviewing 20 potential users
- Identify and contact 20 potential system users for interviews
- Conduct interviews to finalize system specifications
- Finalize required features based on user feedback
OKRs to improve software quality and testing efficiency
- ObjectiveImprove software quality and testing efficiency
- KRImplement automated regression testing on 95% of codebase
- Create and develop automated regression testing scripts
- Implement and regularly run these automated tests on the identified code
- Identify areas of the codebase that can support automated regression testing
- KRIdentify and resolve 90% of bugs before next development phase
- Review code thoroughly for possible bugs
- Establish robust testing procedures for overlooked bugs
- Prioritize and resolve detected bugs efficiently
- KRReduce manual testing time by 60% with increased automation
- Identify repetitive tasks suitable for automation
- Train staff on utilizing automation tools
- Develop and implement automation scripts
OKRs to enhance product quality in the dairy department
- ObjectiveEnhance product quality in the dairy department
- KRConduct three comprehensive audits to identify potential areas for quality improvement
- Analyze audit results identifying potential improvements
- Identify three departments for comprehensive audit
- Conduct the audits with a focus on quality
- KRTrain 100% of QA personnel on updated product quality standards
- Develop a comprehensive training module on updated quality standards
- Monitor and record training completion rates for staff
- Schedule mandatory training sessions for all QA personnel
- KRAchieve a 20% reduction in product quality complaints by improving inspection processes
- Train inspection team on advanced inspection techniques
- Implement more stringent quality control measures in production
- Revise existing product inspection checklists and procedures
How to write your own Qa Team 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.
Qa Team 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 Qa Team 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:
- 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 Qa Team OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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- OKRs to bolster Protection Against P1 Issues
- OKRs to boost special package client retention rate
- OKRs to increase test automation coverage to 80%
- OKRs to increase automation coverage of manual test cases to 50%