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What are Strategic Planning Manager 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.

Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.

We have a collection of OKRs examples for Strategic Planning Manager to give you some inspiration. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point for your OKRs.

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

Strategic Planning Manager OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Strategic Planning Manager 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 enhance strategic planning collaboration with stakeholders

  • ObjectiveEnhance strategic planning collaboration with stakeholders
  • KRIncrease stakeholder satisfaction by 20% regarding strategic planning participation
  • TaskImplement suggestions from stakeholders in strategic plans
  • TaskProvide clear, timely communication about strategic initiatives
  • TaskOrganize regular consultation meetings with stakeholders
  • KRImplement 75% of stakeholder suggestions into new strategic planning processes
  • TaskReview all stakeholder suggestions for strategic planning
  • TaskIncorporate 75% of viable suggestions into new strategy
  • TaskDetermine the feasibility for implementing each suggestion
  • KRAcquire feedback from 90% of stakeholders on strategic planning by end of quarter
  • TaskDevelop and distribute a feedback survey to stakeholders
  • TaskIdentify all stakeholders involved in strategic planning
  • TaskSend reminders to complete surveys; ensure 90% response

OKRs to implement strategic planning framework for goal alignment

  • ObjectiveStreamline organizational strategy for better goal alignment
  • KRProvide regular communication and training to ensure alignment and engagement
  • KREstablish a system to track and monitor progress towards goals
  • KRConduct a SWOT analysis and identify key strategic priorities
  • KRDevelop a clear action plan for executing the strategic priorities

OKRs to complete holistic roadmap for human capital management 2024

  • ObjectiveComplete holistic roadmap for human capital management 2024
  • KRDesign 75% of HCM strategy encompassing recruitment, skills development, and retention
  • TaskOutline tactics for employee retention
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive recruitment plan
  • TaskDesign a strategy for skills development
  • KRValidate roadmap with 10+ HR experts and incorporate feedback for improvement
  • TaskIdentify and reach out to 10 HR experts for roadmap review
  • TaskGather and analyze feedback for potential improvements
  • TaskImplement feedback into roadmap revisions
  • KRIdentify all roadmap components and essential factors in the planning process
  • TaskList all components required for the roadmap
  • TaskPrioritize components based on their significance
  • TaskIdentify important elements for strategic planning

OKRs to align business operations towards 2030 strategic outcomes

  • ObjectiveAlign business operations towards 2030 strategic outcomes
  • KRAchieve 30% staff understanding and alignment with 2030 strategic outcomes
  • TaskSchedule feedback sessions for queries and discussions
  • TaskDevelop easy-to-understand materials explaining 2030 stratagem
  • TaskConduct staff workshops on 2030 strategic outcomes
  • KRDefine and communicate the 2030 strategic outcomes to all departments
  • TaskDevelop clear, concise 2030 strategic outcomes
  • TaskCreate a comprehensive communication plan
  • TaskDisseminate material to all department heads
  • KRImplement 10% of strategic initiatives related to 2030 outcomes
  • TaskPrioritize and select 10% for immediate implementation
  • TaskIdentify key strategic initiatives impacting 2030 outcomes
  • TaskDevelop and begin execution of implementation plans

OKRs to enhance strategic thinking and adapt to changes effectively

  • ObjectiveEnhance strategic thinking and adapt to changes effectively
  • KRComplete a minimum of 3 industry-related strategic thinking workshops
  • TaskRegister for the selected three workshops
  • TaskAttend and participate in the workshops
  • TaskResearch available strategic thinking workshops in the industry
  • KRImplement at least 2 process changes based on strategic analysis in work routine
  • TaskIntegrate and monitor the new processes in work routine
  • TaskIdentify areas of improvement from strategic analysis report
  • TaskDevelop an implementation plan for two process changes
  • KRMeasure and improve adaptability score by 20% using a reputable assessment tool
  • TaskEvaluate current adaptability score accurately
  • TaskSelect a reputable tool to measure adaptability score
  • TaskImplement adjustments to improve score by 20%

OKRs to implement effective annual success plans

  • ObjectiveImplement effective annual success plans
  • KRGet 80% positive feedback on implemented success plans from account holders
  • TaskRegularly solicit feedback on the success plan from account holders
  • TaskAdjust and improve the success plan based on the collected feedback
  • TaskImplement a robust, customer-focused success plan for account holders
  • KREstablish rapport with 10 unique strategic account drivers
  • TaskInitiate contact, introduce self, and establish connection
  • TaskIdentify and research 10 key strategic account drivers
  • TaskMaintain regular communication and demonstrate understanding of their business needs
  • KRDevelop and solidify 5 long-term strategies for major accounts
  • TaskIdentify top 5 major accounts needing strategic development
  • TaskRegularly review and revise strategies to assure ongoing effectiveness
  • TaskEstablish strategies focusing on long-term client growth and retention

OKRs to align team's mission and vision with company's strategic goals

  • ObjectiveAlign team's mission and vision with company's strategic goals
  • KRUpdate mission and vision statements to reflect 80% overlap with company strategy
  • TaskRevise statements to reflect 80% overlap
  • TaskReview current mission and vision statements
  • TaskIdentify overlap with company strategy
  • KRGet feedback from 90% of team members affirming clearer strategic alignment within 6 weeks
  • TaskAnalyze and address received feedback on strategy
  • TaskSend the survey to all team members
  • TaskDevelop a straightforward survey about strategic alignment
  • KRFacilitate three workshops to promote understanding of company's strategic objectives by month's end
  • TaskSend invitations to all company employees
  • TaskDefine topics and prepare materials for three different workshops
  • TaskSchedule three workshop dates and secure venues

OKRs to enhance strategic planning and cut costs in category and product management

  • ObjectiveEnhance strategic planning and cut costs in category and product management
  • KRDevelop and implement a strategic category plan for 3 top-selling product lines
  • TaskImplement the developed plan across each product line
  • TaskIdentify the three top-selling product lines
  • TaskCreate a comprehensive strategic category plan
  • KRIncrease cost efficiency by improving negotiation skills, saving 15% on supplier contracts
  • TaskEnroll in professional negotiation skills workshops
  • TaskEstablish a targeted savings goal for each contract
  • TaskNegotiate supplier contracts effectively to ensure savings
  • KRImplement a new budgeting tool to decrease product development costs by 20%
  • TaskMonitor and adjust implementation for efficiency
  • TaskTrain product development team on chosen tool
  • TaskIdentify suitable budgeting tools within the market

OKRs to develop comprehensive KPIs for service design enhancement

  • ObjectiveDevelop comprehensive KPIs for service design enhancement
  • KRIdentify and categorize 15 potential KPIs critical to service design by next month
  • TaskCategorize selected KPIs based on importance
  • TaskAnalyze and select the top 15 KPIs
  • TaskConduct research on potential service design KPIs
  • KRMeasure and achieve 25% improvement in service design efficiency using new KPIs
  • TaskIdentify new KPIs relevant to service design efficiency
  • TaskTrain staff in measuring and improving these new KPIs
  • TaskImplement changes, monitor progress and adjust as necessary
  • KRImplement at least 10 newly defined KPIs in ongoing service design projects
  • TaskMonitor and adjust KPIs based on project outcomes
  • TaskIdentify 10 key performance indicators for service design projects
  • TaskIncorporate the defined KPIs into ongoing projects

OKRs to implement strategic initiatives to improve execution and value realization

  • ObjectiveImplement strategic initiatives to improve execution and value realization
  • KREnhance stakeholder satisfaction by 10% through better strategic alignment
  • TaskIdentify areas of misalignment and develop improvement plans
  • TaskConduct a thorough review of current strategic alignment methods
  • TaskImplement changes and track stakeholders' satisfaction growth
  • KRAchieve a 15% rise in measurable value from implemented initiatives
  • TaskIdentify areas for initiative implementation with the maximum benefit potential
  • TaskEstablish a system to track measurable value growth
  • TaskDevelop and execute strategies for selected initiatives
  • KRIncrease strategic project completion rate by 20%
  • TaskConduct regular team meetings for effective communication and updates
  • TaskProvide additional training to improve employee project handling skills
  • TaskImplement project management software to track and streamline tasks

How to write your own Strategic Planning Manager 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.

Strategic Planning Manager 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 Strategic Planning Manager OKRs

OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full benefits from the 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 Strategic Planning Manager OKR templates

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