5 customisable OKR examples for Agile Methodologies

What are Agile Methodologies 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.

How you write your OKRs can make a huge difference on the impact that your team will have at the end of the quarter. But, it's not always easy to write a quarterly plan that focuses on outcomes instead of projects.

That's why we have created a list of OKRs examples for Agile Methodologies to help. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point to write your own goals.

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

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Our customisable Agile Methodologies OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Agile Methodologies. 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!

1OKRs to enhance product team's proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies

  • ObjectiveEnhance product team's proficiency in Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • Key ResultImplement at least 2 complex features using Agile and Scrum approaches
  • TaskIdentify and outline features for Agile implementation
  • TaskDevelop feature roadmap using Scrum methodology
  • TaskExecute, review and refine implemented features
  • Key ResultIncrease Agile and Scrum certification holders in the team by 30%
  • TaskAllocate resources for professional development and training
  • TaskImplement incentives for certification completion
  • TaskIdentify team members interested in obtaining Agile/Scrum certification
  • Key ResultReduce project turnaround time by 15% with Agile and Scrum methodologies
  • TaskImplement Scrum methods to improve task delegation and team collaboration
  • TaskTrain team members in Agile-Scrum methodologies for effectiveness
  • TaskUtilize Agile values for continuous adjustment and quick responses

2OKRs to implement effective Agile PMO transformation

  • ObjectiveImplement effective Agile PMO transformation
  • Key ResultDecrease project overhead costs by 30% using Agile frameworks
  • TaskImplement Agile methodologies across all project management teams
  • TaskStreamline workflows to optimize resource allocation
  • TaskUndertake continuous Agile framework training and improvements
  • Key ResultAchieve 25% increase in Project Delivery Efficiency using Agile practices
  • TaskTrain team members on Agile practices and principles
  • TaskImplement Agile methodologies in project management processes
  • TaskContinuously monitor and improve the Agile implementation process
  • Key ResultTrain 80% of PMO team members on Agile methodologies and tools
  • TaskMonitor and measure training completion rates
  • TaskIdentify the PMO team members requiring Agile training
  • TaskSchedule Agile methodology and tools training sessions

3OKRs to enhance skills and competencies as a Scrum Master and Agile coach

  • ObjectiveEnhance skills and competencies as a Scrum Master and Agile coach
  • Key ResultCoach and uplift two junior team members to Scrum Master level
  • TaskProvide constructive feedback regularly on their Scrum project performance
  • TaskOffer regular, hands-on Scrum training sessions for junior team members
  • TaskAssign realistic Scrum leadership roles to build confidence
  • Key ResultLead a scrum team to deliver two successful sprint projects
  • TaskOutline expectations and define success for both sprint projects
  • TaskProvide feedback and celebrate team successes regularly
  • TaskMonitor progress and troubleshoot roadblocks daily
  • Key ResultComplete an advanced certification course in Agile methodologies
  • TaskEnroll in chosen course and purchase necessary materials
  • TaskStudy and complete certification exam
  • TaskIdentify appropriate advanced Agile certification course

4OKRs to accelerate new product/feature launch process by 20%

  • ObjectiveAccelerate new product/feature launch process by 20%
  • Key ResultTrain team on rapid prototyping to speed up design phase by 15%
  • TaskIdentify rapid prototyping training opportunities and resources
  • TaskSchedule and conduct rapid prototyping training sessions
  • TaskMonitor and assess efficiency improvements post-training
  • Key ResultStreamline approval process, reducing time spent by 30%
  • TaskEliminate unnecessary steps in the current approval process
  • TaskImplement a digital approval system for faster response times
  • TaskTrain staff in efficient document processing and decision-making
  • Key ResultImplement Agile methodologies to improve product development efficiency by 25%
  • TaskAdopt and integrate Scrum framework into product development process
  • TaskConsistently review and adjust methods to meet efficiency goals
  • TaskArrange Agile methodologies training for product development team

5OKRs to enhance my SCRUM proficiency

  • ObjectiveEnhance my SCRUM proficiency
  • Key ResultImplement effective SCRUM methodologies in three team projects to improve productivity
  • TaskTrain the teams on SCRUM methodologies and principles
  • TaskMonitor and adjust SCRUM implementation regularly
  • TaskIncorporate SCRUM into the project management framework
  • Key ResultDeliver two presentations on newly acquired SCRUM knowledge to the team
  • TaskSchedule two team meetings for presentations
  • TaskPrepare outline summarizing key points of SCRUM knowledge
  • TaskCreate engaging and informative presentations
  • Key ResultComplete two advanced SCRUM certification courses by the end of the quarter
  • TaskResearch and select two advanced SCRUM certification courses
  • TaskComplete and pass all coursework
  • TaskEnroll in selected courses

Agile Methodologies OKR best practices to boost success

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

Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your 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.

Tability Insights DashboardTability's audit dashboard will highlight opportunities to improve OKRs

Tip #2: Commit to weekly OKR check-ins

Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

Being able to see trends for your key results will also keep yourself honest.

Tability Insights DashboardTability's check-ins will save you hours and increase transparency

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 turn your Agile Methodologies OKRs in a strategy map

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

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.

A strategy map in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

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 Agile Methodologies OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

OKRs resources

Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.

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