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3 OKR examples for Devops Pipeline

What are Devops Pipeline 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 have a collection of OKRs examples for Devops Pipeline 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 Devops Pipeline 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.

Devops Pipeline OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Devops Pipeline. We also included strategic projects for each template to make it easier to understand the difference between key results and projects.

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to implement a flawless DevOps pipeline

  • ObjectiveImplement a flawless DevOps pipeline
  • KRDeliver 100% of production deployments without rollback or hotfix
  • TaskImplement thorough QA testing before each deployment
  • TaskEstablish a robust and effective pre-deployment review system
  • TaskRegularly update and educate team on best deployment practices
  • KRIncrease developer satisfaction rate with the pipeline to above 90% by addressing identified bottlenecks
  • TaskMonitor and measure developer satisfaction post-implementation
  • TaskConduct surveys to identify the current pipeline bottlenecks
  • TaskImplement optimization solutions for identified bottlenecks
  • KRReduce pipeline failure rate by 50% through process optimization and automated testing
  • TaskOptimize current processes to eliminate bottlenecks
  • TaskIdentify top causes of pipeline failure and address
  • TaskImplement automated testing within the pipeline process

OKRs to successfully migrate all applications to a secure DevOps pipeline

  • ObjectiveSuccessfully migrate all applications to a secure DevOps pipeline
  • KRAchieve zero security incidents post-migration in the reviewed applications
  • TaskRegularly review and update security measures
  • TaskImplement solid security mechanisms post-migration
  • TaskConduct thorough security checks and audits before migration
  • KRTrain 80% of development team on secure DevOps pipeline management
  • TaskIdentify team members needing secure DevOps pipeline training
  • TaskOrganize a training program with a competent instructor
  • TaskSchedule and implement training sessions for identified members
  • KRImplement secure DevOps pipeline framework for 50% of existing applications
  • TaskDevelop or acquire the necessary secure DevOps pipeline framework
  • TaskIdentify applications suitable for secure DevOps pipeline implementation
  • TaskRoll out the framework across the identified applications

OKRs to achieve quicker releases of the real estate application through automation

  • ObjectiveAchieve quicker releases of the real estate application through automation
  • KRReduce bugs by 30% using automated testing tools and practices
  • TaskTrain the team on effective automated testing practices
  • TaskRegularly review and improve testing procedures
  • TaskImplement automated testing tools in the development process
  • KRIncrease deployment frequency by 50% by optimizing the CI/CD pipeline
  • TaskImplement performance monitoring for continuous optimization
  • TaskReview and streamline the existing CI/CD pipeline
  • TaskAutomate tests to reduce bottleneck issues
  • KRImplement an automated roll-back system to minimize downtime by 40%
  • TaskSelect and purchase appropriate roll-back system software
  • TaskResearch available automated roll-back system platforms
  • TaskTrain staff on roll-back system operations and procedures

Devops Pipeline 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 Devops Pipeline OKRs

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:

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 Devops Pipeline OKR templates

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

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