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tability.ioWhat are Api Architecture 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.
Formulating strong OKRs can be a complex endeavor, particularly for first-timers. Prioritizing outcomes over projects is crucial when developing your plans.
To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Api Architecture. 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.
Api Architecture OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Api Architecture. 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OKRs to simplify API architecture and retire outdated assets
ObjectiveSimplify API architecture and retire outdated assets
KRMerge 6 old APIs into 2 new APIs with full functionality and compatibility- KRDecommission old assets and ensure all endpoints are no longer utilized or maintained
Notify relevant stakeholders regarding the decommissioning plan and timeline- Execute the proper disposal or repurposing of the decommissioned assets
- Conduct a final audit to confirm that all endpoints are no longer in use
- Identify and inventory all old assets within the organization
- KRReduce system response time by 20% and improve overall API performance
- KRSuccessfully migrate all existing data and functionalities without any loss or interruptions
- Continuously monitor and test migrated data and functionalities for any potential issues
- Develop a comprehensive migration plan detailing step-by-step procedures and timelines
- Execute data migration process meticulously, ensuring accuracy and completeness
- Conduct a thorough analysis to identify all existing data and functionalities
OKRs to successfully migrate personal finance API to a standalone microservices module
- ObjectiveSuccessfully migrate personal finance API to a standalone microservices module
- KRSuccessfully separate finance module from monolith and launch standalone service in pre-production environment
- Deploy service in pre-production environment
- Develop finance module as a standalone service
- Extract finance module from existing monolith architecture
- KREnsure stability and correctness by achieving 100% pass rate on all post-migration tests
- Develop a comprehensive post-migration test plan
- Execute test plan and identify any defects
- Resolve defects to achieve 100% pass rate
- KRDesign and document new microservice architecture by end of month one
- Write comprehensive documentation on design and implementation
- Develop design blueprints for the microservice architecture
- Identify key components needed for new microservice architecture
How to write your own Api Architecture 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.
Api Architecture 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
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.
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.
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 Api Architecture OKRs
Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs 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 Api Architecture OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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