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5 OKR examples for Decision Maker

What are Decision Maker 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.

Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.

We have a collection of OKRs examples for Decision Maker to give you some inspiration. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point for your OKRs.

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

How to write your own Decision Maker OKRs

Option 1. Turn ideas into OKRs with Tability AI

While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here.

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.

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.

AI feedback for OKRs in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

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.

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.

Decision Maker OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Decision Maker 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 optimize action plans through data-driven decision making

  • ObjectiveOptimize action plans through data-driven decision making
  • KRFoster a 10% rise in adoption of data-driven recommendations across all teams
  • TaskImplement incentives for adopting data-driven approaches
  • TaskOrganize training sessions on using data-driven recommendations
  • TaskDevelop internal campaigns to promote data-driven decision making
  • KRAchieve a 20% increase in the accuracy of data interpretation and insight formation
  • TaskImplement rigorous data quality control procedures
  • TaskProvide advanced analytics training to team members
  • TaskAdopt advanced data interpretation tools
  • KRImprove implication prediction accuracy by 15% through enhanced data modeling
  • TaskDevelop more precise data modeling algorithms
  • TaskImplement thorough model training and testing
  • TaskRegularly track and analyze prediction performance

OKRs to implement effective project risk management strategies

  • ObjectiveImprove project risk management
  • KRReduce overall project risk by 20% through early identification and mitigation
  • KRIncrease team's risk management maturity level by 2 points through training and coaching
  • KRImplement a risk management tracking tool with 100% team adoption and utilization
  • KRReduce project delay and budget overruns by 15% through proactive risk monitoring and response

OKRs to implement comprehensive funnel reporting system

  • ObjectiveImplement comprehensive funnel reporting system
  • KROutline necessary data points for funnel reporting within two weeks
  • TaskDetermine necessary metrics to track customer behavior
  • TaskIdentify key stages in the sales process for data collection
  • TaskSchedule a meeting to discuss and finalize data points
  • KRDevelop a system for automated data collection and analysis by month's end
  • TaskIdentify required data points for automated collection
  • TaskDesign and structure the system architecture
  • TaskTest and finalize system for data analysis
  • KRShare insightful funnel reports with decision-makers bi-weekly, ensuring data-driven decisions
  • TaskSchedule bi-weekly meetings with decision-makers
  • TaskPresent data and discuss insights during meetings
  • TaskCompile funnel analysis report every two weeks

OKRs to enhance proficiency in data-driven decision making

  • ObjectiveEnhance proficiency in data-driven decision making
  • KREffectively use data to drive at least five major business decisions
  • TaskIdentify key metrics and data points relevant to decision-making
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive data tracking system
  • TaskRegularly analyze and interpret data for insights
  • KRHandle and interpret data from at least three different company projects successfully
  • TaskReport findings and implications to relevant teams
  • TaskAcquire data from three diverse company projects
  • TaskAnalyze and interpret collected data accurately
  • KRComplete two online courses on data analytics by industry-leading platforms
  • TaskIdentify two industry-leading platforms offering courses in data analytics
  • TaskDedicate time to complete both courses regularly
  • TaskSign up for a data analytics course on each platform

OKRs to enhance Support Systems and Tools for data-driven decisions

  • ObjectiveEnhance Support Systems and Tools for data-driven decisions
  • KRDevelop and integrate an advanced analytics platform into the current system
  • TaskIdentify required features and capabilities for the analytics platform
  • TaskImplement and test the analytics platform integration
  • TaskDevise a suitable integration strategy for current system
  • KRAchieve 25% increase in data-driven decisions by the end of the next quarter
  • TaskImplement and enforce a data-first policy in decision-making processes
  • TaskEstablish weekly KPI tracking and reviews
  • TaskProvide training on data analysis to the decision-makers
  • KRTrain 80% of team members on data analysis with new tools
  • TaskAssess and monitor their tool proficiency post-training
  • TaskIdentify team members needing data analysis training
  • TaskSchedule and conduct training sessions for these members

Decision Maker 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 Decision Maker OKRs

Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

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 Decision Maker OKR templates

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

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