15 customisable OKR examples for Cloud
What are Cloud 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.
Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Cloud 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.
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Our customisable Cloud OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Cloud 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!
1. OKRs to implement Cloud-Ready Applications
Implement Cloud-Ready Applications
Achieve 99% uptime in cloud environment across all migrated applications
Conduct regular preventive maintenance and system audits- Implement redundant systems to prevent a single point of failure
- Monitor and resolve issues promptly with a 24/7 technical support team
- Complete successful migration of 1 pilot application to cloud platform
- Develop and document cloud-focused architecture for 3 current key applications
- Develop cloud-focused architecture for each application
- Identify three key applications for cloud-based transformation
- Document the newly developed architectures
2. OKRs to efficiently eliminate the existing datacenter to minimize costs
- Efficiently eliminate the existing datacenter to minimize costs
- Reduce data center infrastructure costs by 20% through efficient decommissioning
- Identify underutilized or outdated equipment for decommissioning
- Evaluate effectiveness of current data center infrastructure
- Implement efficient decommissioning processes to reduce costs
- Achieve 30% cost savings by transitioning to cloud-based services
- Analyze cost comparison between current and cloud-based services
- Develop and implement transition plan to cloud services
- Identify potential cloud-based service providers
- Train IT team to manage new services, increasing operational efficiency by 25%
- Evaluate performance improvements post-training
- Identify necessary training for IT team for new services
- Schedule and conduct IT training sessions
3. OKRs to develop a cloud-based SAAS loyalty product
- Develop a cloud-based SAAS loyalty product
- Complete backend development process meeting 95% of the defined specifications
- Develop and test backend according to specifications
- Finalize defined specifications for backend development process
- Conduct reviews and adjust code to meet 95% specification accuracy
- Successfully launch a beta version with less than 3% defects reported
- Prioritize and swiftly address reported defects
- Develop comprehensive testing procedures for beta version
- Provide effective channels for reporting software defects
- Finalize system specifications and required features by interviewing 20 potential users
- Identify and contact 20 potential system users for interviews
- Conduct interviews to finalize system specifications
- Finalize required features based on user feedback
4. OKRs to develop and implement an efficient cloud strategy
- Develop and implement an efficient cloud strategy
- Identify and analyze potential cloud service providers by the end of month 2
- Research potential cloud service providers
- Prepare a comparative analytical report of all providers
- Evaluate providers based on features, cost-effectiveness and reliability
- Define key requirements and desired outcomes of the cloud strategy by month 1
- Outline desired outcomes from implementing the cloud solution
- Identify critical objectives for adopting the cloud strategy
- Determine primary requirements for the cloud strategy
- Design, test, and execute cloud migration strategy achieving 90% transition by quarter end
- Develop comprehensive cloud migration plan, including cost and risk analysis
- Execute the cloud migration, closely monitoring process and resolving issues promptly
- Conduct exhaustive testing on pre-migration process and continuity plans
5. OKRs to increase efficiency and scalability through cloud deployment
- Increase efficiency and scalability through cloud deployment
- Enhance data security by implementing robust cloud security protocols and achieving compliance certifications
- Conduct a comprehensive review of current cloud security protocols and identify weaknesses
- Regularly monitor and assess cloud security protocols and update as needed
- Develop and implement an updated cloud security framework based on industry best practices
- Ensure all necessary compliance certifications are achieved and regularly maintained
- Achieve a minimum of 99.9% uptime by ensuring seamless integration and high availability in the cloud
- Improve response time by optimizing cloud infrastructure to achieve 20% faster application performance
- Analyze current cloud infrastructure to identify performance bottlenecks hindering application response time
- Optimize code and queries by analyzing and improving inefficient code segments
- Utilize content delivery network (CDN) for faster content delivery and reduced latency
- Implement caching mechanisms to store frequently accessed data and minimize database calls
- Reduce infrastructure costs by migrating 80% of applications and services to the cloud
6. OKRs to enhance scalability and efficiency of deployed cloud systems
- Enhance scalability and efficiency of deployed cloud systems
- Reduce infrastructure costs by 15% through optimization of cloud services
- Implement cost-efficient cloud service solutions
- Identify potential areas for resource optimization
- Perform comprehensive audit of existing cloud service usage
- Successfully achieve 99.9% uptime across all deployed cloud services
- Implement robust redundancy measures for every service
- Utilize real-time notifications for immediate incident response
- Regularly monitor and assess cloud service performance and health
- Implement upgrades for 3 existing cloud architectures to improve performance benchmarks
- Execute upgrades on the 3 existing systems
- Research available cloud architecture upgrades
- Identify performance shortcomings in current cloud architectures
7. OKRs to implement effective cloud cost management and budget alignment strategies
- Implement effective cloud cost management and budget alignment strategies
- Increase forecast accuracy for cloud spending by 20% via predictive analytics
- Continuously improve data models for better forecasting accuracy
- Implement rigorous testing and validation of predictive models
- Develop precise predictive analytics algorithms for cloud spending
- Reduce overall cloud expenditure by 15% using cost-optimization strategies
- Identify and eliminate underutilized or idle cloud resources
- Optimize cloud storage and data transfer processes
- Implement automation and scale-down capabilities
- Implement a cloud cost governance framework that achieves 100% budget adherence
- Establish financial controls and reporting tools
- Monitor cost usage and optimize resources regularly
- Define a strict budget for your cloud services
8. OKRs to implement efficient cloud automation systems
- Implement efficient cloud automation systems
- Achieve 90% successful automation tests by the final month
- Regularly review and improve test automation scripts
- Implement efficient testing tools and procedures
- Develop clear, precise automated testing criteria
- Develop and implement at least two cloud automation tools or software by end of quarter
- Implement and test cloud automation tools
- Select two optimal automation tools for implementation
- Research various cloud automation tools suitable for business needs
- Reduce manual cloud configuration tasks by 60% through automation implementation
- Develop suitable automated processes for identified tasks
- Implement and test automated processes
- Identify repetitive, manual cloud configuration procedures
9. OKRs to enhance cloud efficiency while managing costs
- Enhance cloud efficiency while managing costs
- Reduce cloud resource wastage by 20% without affecting performance
- Enhance cloud resource allocation based on usage patterns
- Delete unused virtual machines and storage volumes
- Implement efficient workload balancing on existing cloud infrastructure
- Improve cloud server response time by 15%
- Optimize database queries and indexing
- Upgrade server infrastructure to a higher-performance specification
- Implement load balancing across multiple cloud servers
- Decrease cloud service expenditure by 10% through efficient resource management
- Analyze current cloud service usage to identify wastage
- Enforce strict policies for cloud service usage
- Develop a plan to consolidate and optimize resources
10. OKRs to enhance implementation of cloud platform monitoring and observability
- Enhance implementation of cloud platform monitoring and observability
- Improve detection rate of system anomalies by 30% through enhanced observability
- Implement advanced monitoring tools for better system oversight
- Regularly review and update anomaly detection algorithms
- Train staff in detecting and analyzing system anomalies
- Increase the number of daily active users by 25% using monitoring tools
- Develop strategies based on data to improve user engagement
- Analyze usage data to identify underperforming areas
- Implement user behavior tracking tools on the website
- Conduct 3 training sessions per team to improve proficiency in monitoring software
- Schedule training sessions for each team
- Conduct the training sessions and gather feedback
- Identify needed skills and develop relevant training material
11. OKRs to successfully migrate on-prem applications to cloud setup
- Successfully migrate on-prem applications to cloud setup
- Perform successful trial migration for at least 2 applications without compromising functionality
- Identify two applications suitable for migration testing
- Perform incremental migration while ensuring functionality
- Verify the successful migration and performance
- Identify and prioritize 70% of on-prem applications for migration by comparing impact and feasibility
- Evaluate each application's migration impact and feasibility
- List existing on-prem applications for review
- Prioritize 70% of applications based on evaluation results
- Achieve full migration with zero downtime for the prioritized list of applications
- Test and implement the migration plan effectively
- Ensure proper setup for seamless transition without downtime
- Create a detailed migration plan for priority applications
12. OKRs to build a robust and efficient Cloud Center of Excellence
- Build a robust and efficient Cloud Center of Excellence
- Implement standardized best practices for cloud usage across all departments
- Conduct seminars for all departments on implementing these practices
- Monitor and review the effectiveness of these practices regularly
- Develop an extensive guide on standardized cloud usage best practices
- Train 5 employees on advanced cloud technologies to increase internal expertise
- Identify suitable advanced cloud technology training programs
- Schedule training sessions for the five employees
- Monitor and assess post-training performance improvement
- Improve cloud service productivity by 20% by optimizing existing processes
- Develop a strategy for optimizing existing workflows
- Conduct analysis of current cloud service process inefficiencies
- Implement changes and measure resulting productivity boost
13. OKRs to master cloud services architecture: argocd, kubernates, istio, terraform
- Master cloud services architecture: argocd, kubernates, istio, terraform
- Deliver 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
- Obtain 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
- Successfully 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
14. OKRs to enhance cloud architecture expertise and expand project portfolio
- Enhance cloud architecture expertise and expand project portfolio
- Obtain 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
- Lead 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
- Successfully 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
15. OKRs to efficiently migrate services and databases to Google Cloud
- Efficiently migrate services and databases to Google Cloud
- Achieve minimal downtime during the migration process
- Conduct regular communication regarding the migration process with all relevant stakeholders
- Perform a thorough assessment of the existing infrastructure and identify potential issues
- Develop a detailed migration plan with clear timelines and allocated resources
- Implement redundancy measures and backup systems to minimize the impact of any disruptions
- Optimize costs by analyzing and implementing cost-effective solutions in Google Cloud
- Identify and eliminate any unnecessary services or resources to reduce expenses
- Regularly monitor and review cost reports and adjust strategies accordingly
- Research and implement more cost-effective alternatives or optimized configurations for existing services
- Conduct a thorough analysis of current Google Cloud services and associated costs
- Ensure seamless data migration from existing databases to Google Cloud
- Perform necessary data cleansing and transformation to ensure compatibility with Google Cloud
- Assess current database structure and data volume for smooth migration planning
- Create a detailed data migration strategy outlining steps, tools, and timelines
- Execute step-by-step migration process, verifying data integrity and minimizing downtime
- Successfully migrate all services from current platform to Google Cloud
Cloud 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
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.
Tability's audit dashboard will highlight opportunities to improve OKRsTip #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.
Tability's check-ins will save you hours and increase transparencyTip #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 Cloud OKRs in a strategy map
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.
Tability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRsIf 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 Cloud OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
- OKRs to increase review volume on G2 and Capterra
- OKRs to expand investor network with five strategic VC firms
- OKRs to increase community growth
- OKRs to achieve sustainable reduction in operational cost
- OKRs to boost customer loyalty and extend business footprint
- OKRs to boost the volume of organic website traffic
OKRs resources
Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.
- To learn: What is the meaning of OKRs
- Blog posts: ODT Blog
- Success metrics: KPIs examples
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