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tability.ioWhat are Support 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 Support 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.
Support OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Support 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 boost efficiency and effectiveness of Prod Support/Service desk
ObjectiveBoost efficiency and effectiveness of Prod Support/Service desk
KRImplement a training program to enhance technical skills of support staff by 35%
Implement training program and monitor progress- Define key technical skills needing enhancement among support staff
- Select or design a comprehensive training program
- KRReduce average ticket resolution time by 25%
- Implement mandatory customer service efficiency training for all staff
- Integrate AI-based automation tools in ticket resolution process
- Streamline communication channels between departments
- KRIncrease customer satisfaction rates related to issue resolution by 15%
- Implement weekly training on conflict resolution for customer service representatives
- Regularly monitor and improve the issue resolution process
- Develop an efficient, user-friendly online system for complaint submission
OKRs to enhance superior customer support to VIP clients
- ObjectiveEnhance superior customer support to VIP clients
- KRIncrease client satisfaction score to 90% for VIPs
- Improve product/service quality based on feedback
- Implement personalized customer service for VIP clients
- Regularly request and analyze VIP client feedback
- KRAchieve first-response times under 2 hours for all VIP client inquiries
- Implement a priority system for VIP client inquiries
- Establish dedicated response teams for VIP clients
- Train staff on quick and efficient response techniques
- KRReduce VIP client complaint rate by 20%
- Implement customized training on VIP client servicing for staff
- Enhance VIP client communication and response times
- Regularly review and improve VIP client service process
OKRs to increase efficiency in customer support process
- ObjectiveIncrease efficiency in customer support process
- KRTrain 100% of support team on new support process workflows
- Monitor staff's application of new processes post-training
- Schedule mandatory training sessions for support team
- Develop comprehensive training materials on new workflows
- KRReduce average ticket resolution time by 20%
- Improve collaboration and communication within teams
- Implement training sessions to enhance problem-solving skills
- Streamline ticket resolution process with automation tools
- KRIncrease first-call resolution rate to 80%
- Implement comprehensive training for customer service representatives
- Invest in improved CRM software for customer tracking
- Monitor calls and provide feedback for continuous improvement
OKRs to improve efficiency in team support
- ObjectiveImprove efficiency in team support
- KRDecrease average response time to team requests by 30%
- Implement a central team communication platform
- Prioritize and delegate team queries efficiently
- Train staff in time-effective communication methods
- KRImplement a tracking system to improve accountability and time management
- Research and select an appropriate tracking system
- Regularly review system data and adjust processes
- Train the team on using the system
- KRResolving 95% of team issues within two hours of initial report
- Develop efficient problem-solving methods for common issues
- Implement quick communication channels for issue reporting
- Establish on-call support team for immediate troubleshooting
OKRs to accelerate resolution of customer support tickets
- ObjectiveAccelerate resolution of customer support tickets
- KRIncrease support team's ticket processing efficiency by 20%
- Invest in efficient ticket management software
- Implement ticket prioritization strategies to expedite urgent requests
- Conduct training sessions on troubleshooting common issues
- KRImplement a knowledge base to facilitate 15% of ticket self-resolution
- Implement these solutions into a searchable knowledge base
- Develop comprehensive, easy-to-understand solutions
- Identify common issues from past customer tickets
- KRDecrease average ticket response time by 30%
- Increase availability of customer service staff
- Train staff in efficient troubleshooting techniques
- Implement a ticket prioritization system
OKRs to improve sales support operations for increased revenues
- ObjectiveImprove sales support operations for increased revenues
- KRIncrease upselling rate by 15% with enhanced support-guided recommendations
- Develop tailored recommendation scripts for support staff to use
- Train support team in advanced selling techniques and product knowledge
- Implement tracking metrics to monitor progress and effectiveness regularly
- KRIncrease customer engagement by 30% through revamped sales support systems
- Introduce incentive programs to reward loyal customers
- Implement a user-friendly interface for seamless customer interaction
- Train sales personnel on customer connectivity and relationship building
- KRReduce sales cycle duration by 20% through sales support optimizations
- Train team on effective closing techniques
- Streamline sales proposal approval process
- Implement more efficient sales tracking software
OKRs to enhance customer interaction and support
- ObjectiveEnhance customer interaction and support
- KRIncrease customer support satisfaction rate by 20%
- Offer prompt responses to customer queries and complaints
- Regularly gather customer feedback and make necessary improvements
- Implement comprehensive training for customer support staff
- KRReduce customer support ticket response time by 15%
- Implement a chatbot for immediate handling of common queries
- Update customer support tools/software to increase productivity
- Train support staff for enhanced efficiency and faster response
- KRImplement a new customer engagement strategy to boost interaction by 30%
- Monitor and adjust strategy effectiveness
- Train staff to execute customer engagement strategies
- Develop a comprehensive customer engagement strategic plan
OKRs to enhance IT Helpdesk Support and Data Analysis for IT Projects
- ObjectiveEnhance IT Helpdesk Support and Data Analysis for IT Projects
- KRIncrease Helpdesk Support resolution rate by 20%
- Establish clear escalation procedures
- Integrate efficient problem resolution software
- Implement advanced training for helpdesk support staff
- KRReduce IT project completion time by 15% through improved data analysis
- Regularly review and improve data analysis processes
- Train IT personnel in optimized data analysis methods
- Implement advanced data analysis tools for efficient project handling
- KRComplete data analysis for 2 major IT projects
- Gather and organize all necessary data for both IT projects
- Analyze collected data and identify key points
- Compile and summarize the data analysis results
OKRs to enhance the efficiency of the Cloud Support Team
- ObjectiveEnhance the efficiency of the Cloud Support Team
- KRReduce the average response time to customer queries by 20%
- Implement comprehensive staff training for efficient query solution
- Allocate more resources towards customer service management
- Enhance customer service software for faster responses
- KRImplement three new measures for proactive issue identification and resolution
- Train team members on the new measures
- Identify potential problems through risk assessment analysis
- Develop procedures for efficient issue resolution
- KRIncrease customer satisfaction score for support tickets by 30%
- Implement thorough training for support team on customer service skills
- Regularly solicit feedback to improve support services
- Develop a system for prompt response to support tickets
OKRs to streamline publication of support agent knowledge articles
- ObjectiveStreamline publication of support agent knowledge articles
- KRConduct training sessions to improve article drafting skills for 90% of agents
- Identify specific drafting skills agents need improvement in
- Develop curriculum for training sessions focusing on those skills
- Schedule, coordinate and conduct the training sessions
- KRReduce knowledge article approval process time by 30%
- Implement automation tools for immediate notifications to approvers
- Provide clear guidelines for article submission
- Organize regular training for article approvers
- KRImplement a user-friendly interface, decreasing article submission errors by 50%
- Integrate and test the new interface design
- Evaluate current interface for potential user errors
- Develop easy-to-use interface design
How to write your own Support 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.
Support 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
Having too many OKRs is the #1 mistake that teams make when adopting the framework. The problem with tracking too many competing goals is that it will be hard for your team to know what really matters.
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
Setting good goals can be challenging, but without regular check-ins, your team will struggle to make progress. We recommend that you track your OKRs weekly to get the full benefits from the framework.
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 Support OKRs
Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the 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 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 Support OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
- OKRs to enhance effective communication through counseling
- OKRs to enhance service efficiency and transformation via innovation and benchmarking
- OKRs to establish indisputable proof of need
- OKRs to enhance efficiency of month end reporting process
- OKRs to enhance student vocabulary comprehension and application
- OKRs to standardize all global processes