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tability.ioWhat are Time Efficiency 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.
Formulating strong OKRs can be a complex endeavor, particularly for first-timers. Prioritizing outcomes over projects is crucial when developing your plans.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Time Efficiency to help you. You can look at any of the templates below to get some inspiration for your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Time Efficiency OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Time Efficiency 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 enhance proficiency in time management
ObjectiveEnhance proficiency in time management
KRImplement a daily scheduling routine and adhere to it 90% of the time
Set reminders for each scheduled task- Review and adjust the routine weekly
- Create a daily schedule outlining tasks and times
- KRComplete online time management course by mid-quarter
- Complete the online time management course
- Register for the online time management course
- Dedicate regular weekly hours for course study
- KRReduce weekly wasted time by half assessed via a time tracking tool
- Implement a time tracking tool to monitor weekly activities
- Identify areas of wasted time and inefficiency
- Develop new routines to streamline workload
OKRs to enhance DevOps efficiency and reduce production time
- ObjectiveEnhance DevOps efficiency and reduce production time
- KRIncrease deployment frequency by 20%
- Upskill team members for faster and reliable deployment process
- Implement automated deployment processes to optimize efficiency
- Identify and resolve bottlenecks within the existing deployment workflow
- KRReduce lead time for changes by 15%
- Initiate regular process optimization activities
- Enhance team communication and coordination
- Implement efficient workflow management strategies
- KRDecrease change failure rate by 10%
- Implement strict quality assurance before deploying changes
- Utilize automated change management tools for accuracy
- Enhance staff training on change management procedures
OKRs to implement strategies to decrease recovery time
- ObjectiveImplement strategies to decrease recovery time
- KRPilot a fast-track recovery program and reduce average recovery time by 20%
- Develop a structured fast-track recovery program
- Monitor and adjust the program to achieve 20% reduced recovery time
- Train staff to execute the new program
- KRImplement evaluation system for continuous improvement reducing mistakes by 10%
- Develop a comprehensive metric system for tracking errors
- Regularly review and adjust the evaluation system
- Implement a training program addressing identified mistakes
- KRTrain staff on new recovery techniques increasing efficiency by 25 %
- Identify suitable new recovery techniques for training
- Develop training material on new techniques
- Organize staff training sessions on these techniques
OKRs to enhance efficiency of core microservices like timeline and core list
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency of core microservices like timeline and core list
- KRDecrease core list service read query time to 4s on avg
- Implement a caching system to speed up read queries
- Refactor code for efficiency and eliminate unnecessary process
- Optimize database structure for efficient data retrieval
- KRAchieve under 1% error rate in both timeline and core list services
- Implement rigorous quality control checks for both services
- Conduct regular staff training on error reduction strategies
- Optimize system software for greater accuracy and efficiency
- KRReduce average read query time for timeline service by 50%
- Upgrade hardware for improved response time
- Optimize existing database queries for increased efficiency
- Implement caching techniques to reduce repeated queries
OKRs to improve efficiency in scheduling and conducting meetings
- ObjectiveImprove efficiency in scheduling and conducting meetings
- KREnsure 95% of meetings start and end as per pre-determined schedule
- Provide reminders 5 minutes before meeting ends
- Incorporate time management techniques into meetings
- Implement strict adherence to start and end times for meetings
- KRDecrease meeting scheduling conflicts by 50%
- Implement mandatory shared calendar for visibility of team availability
- Encourage asynchronous communication where possible
- Prioritize essential attendees when scheduling
- KRIncrease meeting participant satisfaction rate to above 90%
- Implement regular surveys to gather feedback from meeting participants
- Design and roll out meeting etiquette guidelines
- Incorporate interactive activities to maintain engagement
OKRs to maximize team efficiency to achieve 80,000 hours of work
- ObjectiveMaximize team efficiency to achieve 80,000 hours of work
- KRImplementation of productivity-enhancing tools to reduce idle time by 15%
- Implement chosen tools across relevant departments
- Research and select potential productivity-enhancing tools
- Continuously review and monitor tool usage and efficiency
- KRIncrease average weekly work hours by 10%
- Encourage staff to take fewer, shorter breaks
- Evaluate and adjust employee scheduling for increased efficiency
- Implement mandatory, productive overtime procedures
- KRTrain team on time management skills to improve work speed by 20%
- Schedule training sessions for all team members
- Identify a comprehensive time management training program
- Monitor productivity to measure impact of training
OKRs to enhance efficiency and speed of the help desk process
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency and speed of the help desk process
- KRImplement a new help desk software to streamline ticket management
- Transition current tickets to new system
- Research and select appropriate help desk software
- Train support team on new software usage
- KRTrain 75% of help desk staff in revised speed-focused procedures
- Implement staff training sessions on procedures
- Develop revised speed-focused procedures
- Identify 75% of help desk staff for training
- KRDecrease average initial response time by 30%
- Implement streamlined customer service procedures
- Regularly monitor and evaluate response times
- Train staff on efficient response techniques
OKRs to enhance efficiency in handling travel time requests
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency in handling travel time requests
- KRRead and analyze 10 research articles per week to improve response quality
- Schedule dedicated time blocks for reading
- Write analysis notes for each article
- Identify 10 relevant research articles each week
- KRReduce average response time for requests to two business days
- Monitor and improve the current request workflow
- Implement an efficient ticketing system for quicker request assignment
- Train staff to prioritize and process requests effectively
- KRIncrease request resolution rate to 95%
- Improve the training of customer service representatives
- Implement effective resolution procedures and guidelines
- Monitor closely and optimize resolution metrics
OKRs to improve customer show rate to increase value time efficiency
- ObjectiveImprove customer show rate to increase value time efficiency
- KRImplement an effective appointment reminder system to decrease customer forgetfulness by 10%
- Research best appointment reminder software options
- Train staff on using the new system
- Implement follow-up strategies post-appointment
- KRReduce no-show rate by 15% through enhanced customer engagement
- Implement automated reminders for appointments via phone or email
- Initiate personal follow-ups to understand reasons for missed appointments
- Develop a loyalty program to incentivize regular attendance
- KRIncorporate a reward system to incentivize 20% more customers to show up
- Design a customer point system for frequent visits
- Publicize rewards program via social media or email
- Implement a referral bonus for existing customers
OKRs to implement proficient regulatory modifications for cost and time efficiency
- ObjectiveImplement proficient regulatory modifications for cost and time efficiency
- KREstablish training framework for quick adaptation to new regulations for 80% of staff
- Implement training for 80% of staff
- Identify key areas influenced by new regulations
- Develop versatile training modules
- KRDecrease regulatory change expenses by 15% using efficient processes
- Streamline approval processes for quicker decision-making
- Invest in employee training on efficiency methods
- Implement modern regulatory change tracking software
- KRAchieve 20% reduction in regulatory change execution time
- Streamline approval and revision protocols
- Implement automated systems for regulatory change processes
- Train team on fast decision making and efficiency
How to write your own Time Efficiency 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.
Time Efficiency 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 Time Efficiency 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:
- 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
We recommend using a spreadsheet for your first OKRs cycle. You'll need to get familiar with the scoring and tracking first. Then, you can scale your OKRs process by using a proper OKR-tracking tool for it.
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 Time Efficiency OKR templates
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