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tability.ioWhat are Cash Management 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.
Creating impactful OKRs can be a daunting task, especially for newcomers. Shifting your focus from projects to outcomes is key to successful planning.
We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Cash Management to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Cash Management OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Cash Management Objectives and Key Results, but we did not stop there. Understanding the difference between OKRs and projects is important, so we also added examples of strategic initiatives that relate to the OKRs.
Hope you'll find this helpful!
OKRs to decrease days payable outstanding for better cash flow management
ObjectiveDecrease days payable outstanding for better cash flow management
KRImplement automation tools in 80% of payable systems
Select appropriate automation tools for these systems- Identify payable systems suitable for automation
- Train staff on the usage of these tools
- KRAchieve 25% faster dispute resolution for payable invoices
- Train staff in effective dispute resolution techniques
- Regularly review and streamline dispute policies
- Implement a centralized dispute management system
- KRReduce average invoice processing time by 30%
- Streamline approval workflows for quicker turnarounds
- Train staff on efficient invoice handling procedures
- Implement automated invoice processing software
OKRs to enhance cashflow maintenance for successful resource provision
- ObjectiveEnhance cashflow maintenance for successful resource provision
- KRIncrease net income by 20% through new revenue streams
- Launch new, cost-effective products or services
- Implement innovative marketing strategies to attract new customers
- Identify potential markets for product expansion
- KREnsure 100% punctual resource delivery to increase efficiency and productivity
- Implement strict deadlines for resource procurement
- Regularly review and optimize delivery processes
- Set up automated reminders for delivery times
- KRReduce unnecessary expenses by 15% to boost available cash
- Cancel subscriptions and services not needed
- Develop a budget, cutting excess by 15%
- Review all expenses to identify areas of unnecessary spending
OKRs to gain comprehensive knowledge of the cash flow process
- ObjectiveGain comprehensive knowledge of the cash flow process
- KRAnalyze and document cash flow models of three successful companies in different industries
- Document findings of the cash flow analyses
- Choose three successful companies from different industries
- Analyze each company's cash flow models
- KRApply learned concepts in real-life transactions, improving cash flow efficiency by 20%
- Analyze and optimize financial procedures for improved cash flow
- Implement learned concepts in daily business transactions
- Monitor and adjust strategies to ensure a 20% efficiency increase
- KRComplete an advanced course on cash flow management within a month
- Enroll in an advanced cash flow management course
- Dedicate daily study time to understand the course materials
- Finish all required coursework and assessments promptly
OKRs to enhance reprint decision making for better stockout control and cashflow management
- ObjectiveEnhance reprint decision making for better stockout control and cashflow management
- KRMaximize cashflow stability by maintaining subtle increments in reprint expenditures
- Review budget to accommodate gradual expenditure rise
- Carefully monitor and adjust reprint spending regularly
- Incorporate minimal routine increases in reprint costs
- KRReduce stockout rates of reprint titles to under 5% using predictive analytics
- Regularly review and refine predictive models
- Implement predictive analytics to forecast reprint title demands
- Adjust inventory levels based on analytics data
- KRAchieve at least RM38,000 in savings through efficient reprints within next quarter
- Assess current printing practices for inefficiencies and waste
- Monitor and evaluate savings regularly
- Implement cost-effective reprint strategies and printing technologies
How to write your own Cash Management 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.
Cash Management 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 Cash Management OKRs
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
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 Cash Management OKR templates
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