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3 OKR examples for Delivery Speed

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What are Delivery Speed 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 Delivery Speed 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.

The best tools for writing perfect Delivery Speed 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.

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Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs

You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.

AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

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.

Delivery Speed OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Delivery Speed 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 boost overall delivery speed by 10%

  • ObjectiveBoost overall delivery speed by 10%
  • KRReduce package handling time by 15% to increase efficiency
  • TaskImplement automated systems for package sorting
  • TaskStreamline packaging process by reducing unnecessary steps
  • TaskTrain staff on faster, more efficient packaging methods
  • KRTrain delivery teams on time management skills to accelerate dispatch speed by 20%
  • TaskMonitor and assess performance post-training for improvements
  • TaskOrganize interactive time management seminars for delivery teams
  • TaskImplement training on efficient routing and scheduling strategies
  • KRUpgrade logistics software to enhance route planning by the end of the period
  • TaskSecure budget approval for software upgrade
  • TaskImplement and test the upgrade
  • TaskIdentify current logistic software's upgrade requirements

OKRs to enhance work ethos focusing on integrity, speed, passion, and transparency

  • ObjectiveEnhance work ethos focusing on integrity, speed, passion, and transparency
  • KRComplete 100% of assigned tasks with zero integrity-related issues
  • TaskReview every task breakdown meticulously to understand expectations completely
  • TaskPrioritize and execute tasks with complete honesty and transparency
  • TaskEnsure ongoing self-audit and cross-checking work accuracy
  • KRImprove project delivery speed, reducing turnaround time by 20%
  • TaskStreamline project workflows to eliminate unnecessary steps
  • TaskImplement more efficient project management tools
  • TaskEnhance team training for productivity improvement
  • KRIncrease 360-degree feedback scores on passion and transparency by 35%
  • TaskImplement proactive feedback mechanisms for immediate action
  • TaskArrange workshops to enhance staff communication and transparency
  • TaskPromote passion through exciting company wide initiatives

OKRs to accelerate the delivery of consulting projects

  • ObjectiveAccelerate the delivery of consulting projects
  • KRReduce project delays by 15% through enhanced resource allocation
  • TaskAssess and optimize team efficiency regularly
  • TaskProvide resource allocation training to project managers
  • TaskImplement a robust resource management software system
  • KRImplement new project management tool and train all project members by week 6
  • TaskSchedule comprehensive tool training for all project members
  • TaskImplement the new tool and complete training by week 6
  • TaskSelect suitable project management tool for our needs
  • KRAchieve a 10% improvement in project completion speed by the end of the quarter
  • TaskImplement efficient project management tools and strategies
  • TaskProvide training for enhanced team productivity
  • TaskRegularly monitor and adjust timelines as needed

Delivery Speed 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.

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AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

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

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, you can move to Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.

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More Delivery Speed OKR templates

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

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