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What are Technology Team OKRs?
The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.
OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.
To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Technology Team. Take a look at the templates below for inspiration and guidance.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
The best tools for writing perfect Technology Team 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.
Technology Team OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Technology Team. 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 full deployment of Ember and Abnormal Security tools in SecOps
ObjectiveFull deployment of Ember and Abnormal Security tools in SecOps
KRAchieve 100% operational status of both tools within the SecOps ecosystem by Week 12
Evaluate current operational status of both tools- Implement changes and verify 100% operational status
- Identify necessary upgrades or repairs for both tools
- KRTrain IT team on Abnormal Security and Ember tools by the end of Week 6
- Prepare materials and resources for the training
- Conduct post-training assessment by end of Week 6
- Schedule training sessions for IT team on both tools
- KRInstall and test Ember and Abnormal Security tools in the SecOps environment by Week 8
- Test both tools for effectiveness and efficiency
- Install Abnormal Security tool in the SecOps environment
- Install Ember tool in the SecOps environment
OKRs to enhance Operational Efficiency & Productivity of Legal Team
- ObjectiveEnhance Operational Efficiency & Productivity of Legal Team
- KRIncrease process automation by 30% to reduce manual legal tasks
- Train staff on utilizing automation tools effectively
- Invest in automation software targeting identified tasks
- Identify tasks suitable for automation within legal processes
- KRImplement 2 new productivity tools and train the team to proficiently utilise them
- Schedule and conduct training sessions for the team
- Identify 2 suitable productivity tools aligned with team needs
- Create comprehensive, user-friendly training materials for both tools
- KRAchieve a 20% improvement in meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets
- Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team performance
- Implement a system for regular monitoring and evaluation of KPIs
- Identify weak areas in current KPI tracking and create improvement strategies
OKRs to capture new tech trends in education and learning
- ObjectiveCapture new tech trends in education and learning
- KRPublish 5 articles analyzing the impact of these trends in relevant education forums
- Write 5 detailed articles on analyzed trends
- Identify and post articles on relevant education forums
- Research and analyze 5 current trends in education
- KRAttend two industry related, reputable webinars or conferences monthly
- Research and note down industry-related, reputable webinars or conferences
- Attend and participate in selected events
- Register for chosen webinars or conferences
- KRIdentify and document 15 emerging tech trends in education by end of quarter
- Document each tech trend in detail
- Analyze and shortlist 15 emerging tech trends
- Research current trends in educational technology field
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 deposit mobilization through innovative techniques
- ObjectiveEnhance deposit mobilization through innovative techniques
- KRLaunch an incentivized campaign engaging 30% more customers to mobilize deposits
- Promote the plan through diverse marketing strategies
- Develop a compelling customer incentive plan to increase deposits
- Evaluate campaign effectiveness, repeat successful aspects
- KRImplement 3 new technological solutions increasing deposit rates by 15%
- Implement selected tech solutions across deposit platforms
- Monitor and adjust systems to ensure 15% increase
- Identify technology solutions to improve deposit rates
- KRConduct 2 training sessions to improve team's deposit strategies, achieving 95% attendance
- Establish a schedule for two training sessions
- Develop an engaging deposit strategy curriculum
- Send invites and reminders to ensure attendance
OKRs to minimize customer touchpoints during onboarding
- ObjectiveMinimize customer touchpoints during onboarding
- KRDecrease customer contact rate by 25% throughout the onboarding process
- Automate common queries using chatbots
- Implement a self-service portal for customers
- Develop a comprehensive FAQ section
- KRImplement a self-service portal to handle at least 30% of inquiries
- Promote portal usage to customers via various channels
- Train staff to update and maintain the portal's content
- Identify software for creating a user-friendly self-service portal
- KRIncrease first call resolution rate to 60% or higher
- Implement policies for effective call handling
- Regularly review and improve scripts
- Provide comprehensive training for customer service representatives
OKRs to enhance innovation and synergy within startup house ecosystem
- ObjectiveEnhance innovation and synergy within startup house ecosystem
- KRAchieve 25% increase in constructive feedback exchanges among members
- Offer training on how to give constructive feedback
- Encourage open communication and active listening
- Implement regular, structured team feedback sessions
- KRInitiate three cross-departmental projects to enhance collaborative efforts
- Organize a meeting with department leads to discuss plans
- Assign project teams and set clear communication channels
- Identify potential projects requiring cross-departmental collaboration
- KRImplement two new innovative systems or processes for startups to utilize
- Provide comprehensive training and support for startup utilization
- Research cutting-edge technologies suitable for startup business operations
- Design and develop two innovative systems or processes
OKRs to implement a comprehensive new HR portal for employees
- ObjectiveImplement a comprehensive new HR portal for employees
- KRReceive a minimum of 80% positive user feedback after the first month of usage
- Analyse and address negative feedback promptly
- Continually improve user experience based on feedback
- Implement a user-friendly feedback system
- KRAchieve 90% employee registration within the first month of portal introduction
- Launch an engaging awareness campaign about the portal
- Provide easy-to-follow registration instructions to employees
- Incentivize portal registration through rewards
- KRIntegrated portal with key HR services and resources by end of quarter
- Test and launch the completed HR portal
- Identify essential HR services and resources for integration
- Design and develop the integrated portal structure
OKRs to elevate recycling and waste collection performance
- ObjectiveElevate recycling and waste collection performance
- KRDevelop 5 strategic partnerships for facilitating recycling programs
- Identify potential partners active in supporting recycling initiatives
- Initiate meetings to negotiate and finalize partnerships
- Draft a partnership proposal detailing mutual benefits
- KRConduct 10 comprehensive studies to identify recycling advancements
- Identify specific areas for studying recycling advancements
- Begin conducting the comprehensive studies
- Allocate resources and experts for each study
- KRIncrease service efficiency by 30% through technological improvements
- Identify where technology can boost service procedures
- Continuously monitor and adjust tech enhancements
- Implement relevant software upgrades and automation
OKRs to initiate transition from old privilege access management tools
- ObjectiveInitiate transition from old privilege access management tools
- KRIdentify a list of potential replacement tools by conducting a market analysis
- Research and gather information on available tools in the market
- Compare features, pricing, and scalability of each tool
- Document and create a list of suitable replacement tools
- KRDeploy a pilot program testing new tool within a department to measure effectiveness
- Select a department for the pilot program
- Establish metrics to evaluate tool effectiveness
- Install and train staff on the new tool
- KRComplete an efficacy assessment of top three identified tools
- Conduct and record assessments for each tool
- Develop criteria for efficacy assessment
- Identify the top three tools to be assessed
Technology 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.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards
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:
- 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 Technology Team OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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