What are Digital Transformation 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.
OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Digital Transformation 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.
How to write your own Digital Transformation 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.
- 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.
Digital Transformation OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Digital Transformation 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 accelerate company's digital transformation journey
ObjectiveAccelerate company's digital transformation journey
KRImplement new digital tools in 2 core operational departments enhancing efficiency by 30%
Monitor and evaluate efficiency improvement after implementation- Provide relevant training for department members on the new tools
- Identify suitable digital tools to improve operations efficiency
- KRTrain 80% of staff members on digital skills and new digital tools usage
- Identify necessary digital skills for each staff role
- Develop or procure suitable digital training programs
- Schedule and implement training for all staff
- KRAchieve 20% reduction in paper-dependency through digitization of major processes
- Implement digital tools for identified processes
- Identify major paper-based processes for potential digitization
- Monitor and adjust digital adoption rates
OKRs to enhance efficiency through digital platform integration and automation
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency through digital platform integration and automation
- KRSuccessfully integrate 5 different digital platforms into the business process
- Identify platforms vital for improving business processes
- Train employees on platform usage
- Create implementation plan for each platform
- KRIncrease process efficiency by 35% through the implemented automation
- Implement and optimize selected automation tools
- Monitor, measure and adjust automation for efficiency
- Review current processes for potential automation opportunities
- KRReduce manual errors by 40% using the automated system
- Train staff on proper use and maintenance of automation system
- Implement error detection software in all business operations
- Monitor and evaluate the system’s effectiveness regularly
OKRs to transform IT into a driving force for digital evolution
- ObjectiveTransform IT into a driving force for digital evolution
- KRAchieve a 25% improvement in efficiency by digitizing two major business processes
- Evaluate and optimize efficiency post-digitization
- Implement digital systems within these processes
- Identify two major business processes for digitization
- KRImplement at least 3 new cutting-edge digital tech tools in our workflow
- Conduct training sessions for the team
- Develop implementation strategy for new tools
- Identify suitable digital tech tools for our operations
- KRUpskill 80% of IT staff with the latest digital transformation methodologies and tools
- Develop comprehensive training programs for IT staff
- Implement and monitor the training program progress regularly
- Identify key digital transformation methodologies and tools necessary for upskilling
OKRs to organize and maintain an efficient personal file
- ObjectiveOrganize and maintain an efficient personal file
- KRDiscard or securely archive all unnecessary or outdated documents from the file
- Digitally archive important outdated documents securely
- Identify all unnecessary or outdated documents
- Use a shredder to destroy unnecessary papers
- KRSort and categorize all existing documents into clearly labeled folders
- Review all existing documents and identify common themes or categories
- Create clearly labeled folders corresponding to each category
- Distribute documents into their respective folders
- KRImplement a weekly routine to scan, save and file all new incoming documents
- Save and categorize files accordingly
- Designate a specific day weekly for document management
- Scan all new incoming documents
OKRs to enhance and streamline Board operations
- ObjectiveEnhance and streamline Board operations
- KRDevelop and adopt a comprehensive Board governance framework
- Secure Board approval and implement the framework
- Create a custom board governance framework plan
- Research existing governance frameworks for benchmarking
- KRImprove Board communication channels, achieving 100% Director satisfaction rate
- Establish an effective, streamlined communication system
- Implement regular, structured meetings for all board members
- Conduct satisfaction surveys to gauge director feedback
- KRIncrease Board meeting efficiencies by 20% through adoption of digital tools
- Provide training on utilization of digital tools for presentations
- Implement a digital scheduling system for coordinating board meetings
- Introduce digital voting platform for decision-making
OKRs to streamline and optimize purchasing process
- ObjectiveStreamline and optimize purchasing process
- KRAchieve a 10% cost reduction through strategic supplier partnerships
- Monitor and assess the cost-saving performance regularly
- Identify suppliers for potential strategic partnerships
- Negotiate costs and build agreements with chosen suppliers
- KRDigitize 100% of paper-based purchase orders for better traceability
- Implement a digital purchase order system
- Train staff on new digital order process
- Scan all existing paper-based purchase orders
- KRReduce supplier lead time by 15% through improved negotiations
- Implement new strategies with suppliers during renewal talks
- Identify key suppliers and analyze their current lead times
- Develop new negotiation strategies focusing on lead time reduction
OKRs to streamline vendor management for efficient cost savings and digitalized P2P process
- ObjectiveStreamline vendor management for efficient cost savings and digitalized P2P process
- KRReduce vendor costs by 15% through negotiation and strategic sourcing
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies with chosen vendors
- Identify all current vendor contracts and review cost details
- Prioritize vendors for renegotiation based on potential cost savings
- KRImprove P2P process turnaround time by 30%, leveraging digital tools and automation
- Train staff on efficient use of new automation tools
- Optimize P2P process workflow with AI-powered tooling
- Implement digital systems to automate invoice generation and payment
- KRAchieve 90% digitalization of P2P processes to enhance operational efficiency
- Implement digital software platforms for P2P interactions
- Monitor and evaluate digitalization progress regularly
- Train staff on digital P2P process management
Digital Transformation 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
Having too many OKRs is the #1 mistake that teams make when adopting the framework. The problem with tracking too many competing goals is that it will be hard for your team to know what really matters.
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
Setting good goals can be challenging, but without regular check-ins, your team will struggle to make progress. We recommend that you track your OKRs weekly to get the full benefits from the framework.
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 Digital Transformation 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
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 Digital Transformation OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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