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tability.ioWhat are Software Implementation 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.
Creating impactful OKRs can be a daunting task, especially for newcomers. Shifting your focus from projects to outcomes is key to successful planning.
We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Software Implementation to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Software Implementation OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Software Implementation. 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 implement new Financial Planning and Analysis Software
ObjectiveImplement new Financial Planning and Analysis Software
KRSuccessfully negotiate procurement contract and secure software installation by week 8
Schedule software installation for week 8- Negotiate procurement contract by week 6
- Identify and research potential software suppliers
- KREvaluate and select software from 3 different vendor options by week 6
- Research functionalities, cost, and usability of each software option
- Develop criteria for software evaluation and selection
- Compare and choose the suitable software by week 6
- KRTrain 90% of financial team on the new software and ensure usability by week 12
- Schedule software training for the financial team
- Monitor training progress and completion rates
- Conduct usability tests by week 12
OKRs to implement runtime configurability of features
- ObjectiveImplement runtime configurability of features
- KRTrain 90% of the team on configuring features at runtime to ensure efficient usage
- Schedule and conduct requisite training sessions
- Identify team members needing training in runtime configuration
- Develop comprehensive training materials and exercises
- KRDevelop a viable prototype for a configurable environment by end of week 6
- Construct initial prototype based on design specs
- Test and refine the prototype for viable usage
- Create basic design specifications for the configurable environment
- KRTest and implement 75% of identified features for run time configurability
- Implement and verify tested features
- Review and list identified features for runtime configurability
- Develop strategies for testing selected features
OKRs to enhance Quality and Usability of my API
- ObjectiveEnhance Quality and Usability of my API
- KRIncrease API response time by 20%
- Implement efficient and faster algorithms and data structures
- Evaluate and optimize the existing code for better performance
- Upgrade server hardware to improve processing speed
- KRReduce API error rate by 25%
- Increase unit tests to capture potential API errors
- Review and optimize existing API error handling
- Implement API monitoring tools for real-time tracking
- KRImplement 100% of planned new API functions and endpoints
- Release and document all new API functions
- Develop and test all new API functions and endpoints
- Review the design of planned new API functions and endpoints
OKRs to enhance internal auditing effectiveness for technology in the organization
- ObjectiveEnhance internal auditing effectiveness for technology in the organization
- KRReduce technology-related non-compliance issues by 20%
- Implement regular technology compliance training sessions
- Upgrade security software to minimize breach risks
- Conduct frequent audits of technology use
- KRUpskill 75% of the audit team in advanced technology-focused auditing procedures
- Schedule and implement training sessions
- Develop or source relevant training programs
- Identify needed technology-focused auditing procedures
- KRImplement a new, comprehensive audit software across the department by quarter-end
- Identify key features needed in new audit software
- Train all department staff on new software
- Select and purchase suitable audit software
OKRs to enhance efficiency of material calculation to construction site
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency of material calculation to construction site
- KRImplement a reliable software tool that reduces calculation errors by 70%
- Identify software tools that specialize in reducing calculation errors
- Implement chosen software tool into the current system
- Evaluate each software tool’s reliability and effectiveness
- KRComplete training for staff on the new calculation procedures within 60 days
- Schedule and conduct staff training sessions
- Identify suitable training methods and resources
- Outline key points of the new calculation procedures
- KRReduce wastage from incorrect calculations by at least 50%
- Use digital calculation tools or software for precision
- Implement regular training programs on calculation accuracy
- Regularly review and correct calculation errors
OKRs to successfully implement a new importer tool
- ObjectiveSuccessfully implement a new importer tool
- KRComplete development and initial testing for the tool within eight weeks
- Schedule and allocate work hours for tool development
- Finalize development by end of week eight
- Perform initial testing within the seventh week
- KRFinalize tool design and specifications within the first four weeks
- Review existing tool design and make necessary modifications
- Obtain approval for finalized design and specifications
- Determine precise tool specifications
- KRAchieve successful deployment and integration into the system within twelve weeks
- Develop a detailed project roadmap for system deployment and integration
- Conduct weekly progress checks to identify potential roadblocks early
- Assign roles and allocate resources to ensure workload distribution
OKRs to effective implementation of DevSecOps in the team
- ObjectiveEffective implementation of DevSecOps in the team
- KRAchieve zero high-risk vulnerabilities in new software releases for the quarter
- Conduct regular, comprehensive vulnerability assessments
- Implement stringent security protocols during software development
- Ensure timely patching and updates post-release
- KRTrain 90% of the team on DevSecOps principles and best practices
- Schedule training sessions for each team member
- Identify suitable DevSecOps training programs for the team
- Monitor progress and ensure completion for 90% of the team
- KRIncorporate automated security checks into 100% of coding pipelines
- Integrate selected automated security checks into all coding pipelines
- Identify potential automated security solutions available for coding pipelines
- Regularly update and maintain the implemented security checks
How to write your own Software Implementation 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.
Software Implementation 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 Software Implementation 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 Software Implementation OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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