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What are Solution Architect 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 Solution Architect 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.
The best tools for writing perfect Solution Architect OKRs
Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.
Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt
Tability AI allows you to describe your goals in a prompt, and generate a fully editable OKR template in seconds.
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Click on the Generate goals using AI
- 3. Describe your goals in a prompt
- 4. Get your fully editable OKR template
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
Watch the video below to see it in action 👇
Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs
You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.
- 1. Create your Tability account
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on Generate analysis
- 4. Review the suggestions and decide to accept or dismiss them
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
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.
Solution Architect OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Solution Architect 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 design a comprehensive solution architecture for in-house projects
ObjectiveDesign a comprehensive solution architecture for in-house projects
KRPresent and gain approval for solution architecture from key stakeholders, including management and IT teams
Prepare comprehensive presentation detailing solution architecture- Schedule meeting with stakeholders and IT team
- Present solution architecture, seeking approval
- KRDevelop detailed solution architecture that aligns with business objectives and enables scalability
- Design a detailed solution architecture blueprint
- Ensure alignment between architecture and business goals
- Identify business objectives and scalability requirements
- KRConduct thorough analysis of current systems and requirements to identify gaps and needs
- Review current systems and requirements for accuracy and efficiency
- Identify gaps within existing systems and requirements
- Determine future needs based on identified gaps
OKRs to define S4 HANA's Transportation Management Solution Architecture
- ObjectiveDefine S4 HANA's Transportation Management Solution Architecture
- KRIdentify and document all functional requirements for the solution by end of week 6
- List all anticipated functional requirements for the solution
- Create a detailed document outlining these requirements
- Complete documentation process by end of week 6
- KRComplete architectural design to meet identified requirements by week 8
- Draft initial architectural design based on requirements
- Complete and review final architectural design by week 8
- Finalize identified requirements for architectural design
- KRValidate design through a prototype achieving 95% requirement coverage by week 12
- Create a detailed design prototype based on project requirements
- Adjust design and prototype as needed by week 12
- Conduct prototype testing ensuring 95% requirement coverage
OKRs to enhance application design by solution architect review
- ObjectiveEnhance application design by solution architect review
- KRConduct in-depth analysis of current application design flaws
- Analyze identified flaws and their impacts on user experience
- Identify potential areas of improvement in the application design
- Develop a plan to address and fix noted design flaws
- KRCollaborate with development team to propose and implement design improvements
- Draft proposed design improvements for team review
- Oversee implementation of agreed-upon design changes
- Organize meeting with development team to discuss design enhancements
- KRTrack and evaluate impact of design changes on overall system performance
- Analyze and document performance variations tied to design changes
- Monitor system performance before and after design changes implementation
- Run system testing for evaluating design modifications' effectiveness
OKRs to elevate partner game development solutions end-to-end
- ObjectiveElevate partner game development solutions end-to-end
- KRSign 15 new strategic partnerships for game development solutions
- Prepare robust partnership proposal highlighting mutual benefits
- Initiate contact and negotiate agreements
- Identify potential partners within game development sector
- KRImplement 5 scaled solutions contributing to partners' development lifecycle efficiency
- Deploy, monitor, and refine these solutions in partners' systems
- Identify areas in partners' development lifecycle needing efficiency solutions
- Design and test five scalable efficiency-boosting solutions
- KRSuccessfully retire and replace 3 outdated solutions with innovative alternatives
- Implement and transition to new solutions
- Research and select innovative alternative solutions
- Identify three outdated solutions requiring replacement
OKRs to enhance technical proficiency and efficiency as a Cloud Architect
- ObjectiveEnhance technical proficiency and efficiency as a Cloud Architect
- KRSecure at least two professional certifications related to cloud architecture
- Schedule and pass the certification exams
- Research popular certifications in cloud architecture
- Enroll in and complete necessary study courses
- KRDesign and deploy three complex cloud solutions successfully for clients
- Develop prototypes and test cloud solutions for each client
- Implement and monitor the three complex cloud solutions successfully
- Identify client needs and commence creating tailored cloud solution designs
- KRIncrease process efficiency by reducing the error rate in projects by 25%
- Train team on precision-oriented techniques and methodologies
- Implement rigorous quality control checks and error proofing measures
- Analyze previous projects to identify common error patterns
OKRs to enhance proficiency in handling and developing AWS
- ObjectiveEnhance proficiency in handling and developing AWS
- KRScore 90% or higher in final assessment of a professional-level AWS course
- Repeatedly take and review practice exams before the final exam
- Regularly review and understand all course materials and lecture notes
- Invest time in practical AWS exercises and projects
- KRComplete 4 accredited AWS setup and maintenance online courses by end of quarter
- Complete all coursework and assessments before the due date
- Establish a consistent study schedule to complete the courses
- Research and select 4 accredited AWS setup and maintenance online courses
- KRSuccessfully deploy and maintain 3 AWS applications without significant errors
- Use AWS Elastic Beanstalk for application deployment
- Regularly backup data using AWS Backup services
- Establish comprehensive monitoring using AWS CloudWatch
OKRs to successfully migrate on-prem applications to cloud setup
- ObjectiveSuccessfully migrate on-prem applications to cloud setup
- KRPerform successful trial migration for at least 2 applications without compromising functionality
- Identify two applications suitable for migration testing
- Perform incremental migration while ensuring functionality
- Verify the successful migration and performance
- KRIdentify and prioritize 70% of on-prem applications for migration by comparing impact and feasibility
- Evaluate each application's migration impact and feasibility
- List existing on-prem applications for review
- Prioritize 70% of applications based on evaluation results
- KRAchieve full migration with zero downtime for the prioritized list of applications
- Test and implement the migration plan effectively
- Ensure proper setup for seamless transition without downtime
- Create a detailed migration plan for priority applications
OKRs to implement efficient cloud automation systems
- ObjectiveImplement efficient cloud automation systems
- KRAchieve 90% successful automation tests by the final month
- Regularly review and improve test automation scripts
- Implement efficient testing tools and procedures
- Develop clear, precise automated testing criteria
- KRDevelop and implement at least two cloud automation tools or software by end of quarter
- Implement and test cloud automation tools
- Select two optimal automation tools for implementation
- Research various cloud automation tools suitable for business needs
- KRReduce manual cloud configuration tasks by 60% through automation implementation
- Develop suitable automated processes for identified tasks
- Implement and test automated processes
- Identify repetitive, manual cloud configuration procedures
OKRs to efficiently migrate services and databases to Google Cloud
- ObjectiveEfficiently migrate services and databases to Google Cloud
- KRAchieve minimal downtime during the migration process
- Conduct regular communication regarding the migration process with all relevant stakeholders
- Perform a thorough assessment of the existing infrastructure and identify potential issues
- Develop a detailed migration plan with clear timelines and allocated resources
- Implement redundancy measures and backup systems to minimize the impact of any disruptions
- KROptimize costs by analyzing and implementing cost-effective solutions in Google Cloud
- Identify and eliminate any unnecessary services or resources to reduce expenses
- Regularly monitor and review cost reports and adjust strategies accordingly
- Research and implement more cost-effective alternatives or optimized configurations for existing services
- Conduct a thorough analysis of current Google Cloud services and associated costs
- KREnsure seamless data migration from existing databases to Google Cloud
- Perform necessary data cleansing and transformation to ensure compatibility with Google Cloud
- Assess current database structure and data volume for smooth migration planning
- Create a detailed data migration strategy outlining steps, tools, and timelines
- Execute step-by-step migration process, verifying data integrity and minimizing downtime
- KRSuccessfully migrate all services from current platform to Google Cloud
OKRs to enhance cloud architecture expertise and expand project portfolio
- ObjectiveEnhance cloud architecture expertise and expand project portfolio
- KRObtain advanced certification in cloud architecture
- Schedule and take the cloud architecture certification exam
- Enroll in study courses or training programs for the certification
- Research potential certifications in cloud architecture and their requirements
- KRLead training sessions on cloud architecture best practices for team members
- Schedule regular training sessions for team members
- Identify topics and develop training curriculum on cloud architecture
- Evaluate team members' understanding post-training
- KRSuccessfully implement five cloud solutions for clients
- Monitor and adjust strategies for optimal performance
- Identify suitable cloud solutions for client's specific needs
- Develop custom implementation strategies for each client
Solution Architect 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.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards
Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly if you want to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework. 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 Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.
How to get Tability dashboards:
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Use the importers to add your OKRs (works with any spreadsheet or doc)
- 3. Publish your OKR plan
That's it! Tability will instantly get access to 10+ dashboards to monitor progress, visualise trends, and identify risks early.
More Solution Architect OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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