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What are Architect 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.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Architect 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.
The best tools for writing perfect Architect 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.
Architect OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Architect 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 system architecture efficiency and reliability
ObjectiveEnhance system architecture efficiency and reliability
KRAchieve 95% positive feedback on new system deployments from end-users
Develop clear, user-friendly guides for system usage- Establish responsive support channels to handle queries
- Implement robust user testing prior to each deployment
- KRDecrease system downtime by 10% using advanced AI and predictive maintenance
- Develop predictive maintenance protocols using AI insights
- Regularly update and refine AI algorithms based on performance data
- Implement advanced AI tools for system monitoring and problem detection
- KRImplement two sustainable, cost-efficient architectural improvements per project
- Incorporate two eco-friendly developments into each project plan
- Research cost-efficient, sustainable options for architectural improvements
- Review designs for sustainability and cost-efficiency
OKRs to design and operationalize robust measurement system
- ObjectiveDesign and operationalize robust measurement system
- KRDevelop comprehensive system architecture draft by mid-quarter
- Begin initial draft focused on system infrastructure and functionality
- Review, refine, and finalize the comprehensive draft
- Identify and list all necessary components for the system architecture
- KRIdentify and document key metrics for system measurement within 2 weeks
- KRAchieve 98% data accuracy in system tests by quarter-end
- Conduct frequent comprehensive data audits
- Implement systematic data cleansing practices
- Evaluate and enhance existing data validation rules
OKRs to design a comprehensive solution architecture for in-house projects
- ObjectiveDesign a comprehensive solution architecture for in-house projects
- KRPresent and gain approval for solution architecture from key stakeholders, including management and IT teams
- Prepare comprehensive presentation detailing solution architecture
- Schedule meeting with stakeholders and IT team
- Present solution architecture, seeking approval
- KRDevelop detailed solution architecture that aligns with business objectives and enables scalability
- Design a detailed solution architecture blueprint
- Ensure alignment between architecture and business goals
- Identify business objectives and scalability requirements
- KRConduct thorough analysis of current systems and requirements to identify gaps and needs
- Review current systems and requirements for accuracy and efficiency
- Identify gaps within existing systems and requirements
- Determine future needs based on identified gaps
OKRs to define S4 HANA's Transportation Management Solution Architecture
- ObjectiveDefine S4 HANA's Transportation Management Solution Architecture
- KRIdentify and document all functional requirements for the solution by end of week 6
- List all anticipated functional requirements for the solution
- Create a detailed document outlining these requirements
- Complete documentation process by end of week 6
- KRComplete architectural design to meet identified requirements by week 8
- Draft initial architectural design based on requirements
- Complete and review final architectural design by week 8
- Finalize identified requirements for architectural design
- KRValidate design through a prototype achieving 95% requirement coverage by week 12
- Create a detailed design prototype based on project requirements
- Adjust design and prototype as needed by week 12
- Conduct prototype testing ensuring 95% requirement coverage
OKRs to develop and implement system architecture for new project
- ObjectiveDevelop and implement system architecture for new project
- KREnsure 95% of system components interface correctly at first integration attempt
- Conduct comprehensive pre-integration testing on system components
- Review and streamline integration procedures
- Verify interface compatibility of every component
- KRFinalize system architecture design with 0% critical faults by end of period
- Ensure all team members maintain design deadline
- Review and enhance system architecture plans regularly
- Perform continuous fault diagnosis and mitigation
- KRSuccessfully train 90% of the team on the new project's system architecture
- Identify key aspects of new system architecture for training
- Develop comprehensive training materials for staff
- Schedule and implement system architecture training sessions
OKRs to author comprehensive ADRs for Google Cloud Platform at FinTech company
- ObjectiveAuthor comprehensive ADRs for Google Cloud Platform at FinTech company
- KRGet ratification on drafted ADRs from 90% of the architectural committee
- Secure ratification from at least 90% of members
- Distribute drafted ADRs to architectural committee members
- Schedule deliberation meetings to discuss ADRs
- KRDraft and finalize 10 substantive ADRs by measuring quality and completeness
- Write initial drafts incorporating identified points
- Finalize edits and review for quality and completeness
- Identify key points needed in 10 substantive ADRs
- KRImprove ADRs based on feedback with less than 10% revisions needed
- Encourage peer review for immediate corrective actions
- Regularly review and correct ADRs consistently
- Implement feedback into ADR creation process promptly
OKRs to optimize and enhance the existing system architecture
- ObjectiveOptimize and enhance the existing system architecture
- KRFinalize an assessment of current system architecture within two weeks
- Evaluate performance and compatibility issues
- Identify existing system architecture components
- Compile a final assessment report for review
- KREnsure zero system downtime for two weeks post-implementation of changes
- Schedule regular system checks to identify possible issues
- Train staff on change management procedures
- Establish a rapid-response troubleshooting team
- KRDevelop and implement an upgrade plan for at least 20% performance increase
- Deploy upgrade and evaluate performance changes
- Identify performance-impinging areas in the current system
- Design a technology upgrade that targets these areas
OKRs to master cloud services architecture: argocd, kubernates, istio, terraform
- ObjectiveMaster cloud services architecture: argocd, kubernates, istio, terraform
- KRDeliver a presentation on the learnings and real-world application of these technologies
- Practice the presentation for clear and engaging delivery
- Prepare comprehensive slides to explain key technology learnings
- Research real-world application examples of these technologies
- KRObtain certification in Kubernetes and ArgoCD within the agreed time frame
- Dedicate specific hours each week for course work and study
- Schedule and complete certification exams before the deadline
- Research and enroll in a reputable Kubernetes and ArgoCD certification course
- KRSuccessfully deploy 3 projects using Istio and Terraform by quarter end
- Develop a deployment strategy using Istio and Terraform
- Identify the requirements and scope for each of the 3 projects
- Execute deployment plan, monitor progress, and troubleshoot any issues
OKRs to increase security architecture review visibility at the program level
- ObjectiveIncrease security architecture review visibility at the program level
- KRImplement a dashboard presenting real-time security architecture review results
- Test and launch the security architecture dashboard
- Design an easy-to-read, real-time dashboard
- Identify key metrics for the security architecture review
- KROrganize monthly training sessions for all teams on interpreting security reviews
- Identify topics and structure for security review training sessions
- Send out communications about training sessions to all teams
- Coordinate scheduling of speakers or trainers
- KREstablish a weekly report system on security review outcomes across all programs
- Schedule and supervise regular weekly reporting
- Design a template for weekly security reports
- Identify key metrics for security review outcomes
OKRs to enhance cloud architecture expertise and expand project portfolio
- ObjectiveEnhance cloud architecture expertise and expand project portfolio
- KRObtain advanced certification in cloud architecture
- Schedule and take the cloud architecture certification exam
- Enroll in study courses or training programs for the certification
- Research potential certifications in cloud architecture and their requirements
- KRLead training sessions on cloud architecture best practices for team members
- Schedule regular training sessions for team members
- Identify topics and develop training curriculum on cloud architecture
- Evaluate team members' understanding post-training
- KRSuccessfully implement five cloud solutions for clients
- Monitor and adjust strategies for optimal performance
- Identify suitable cloud solutions for client's specific needs
- Develop custom implementation strategies for each client
Architect 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 Architect OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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- OKRs to increase sales through channel partners
- OKRs to boost financial performance through technological advancement
- OKRs to secure a substantial promotion at work
- OKRs to boost overall staff job satisfaction
- OKRs to complete the Financial Statement promptly