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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.
Creating impactful OKRs can be a daunting task, especially for newcomers. Shifting your focus from projects to outcomes is key to successful planning.
We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Governance Framework to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Governance Framework OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Governance Framework. 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 effective Data Governance Framework Agency-wide
ObjectiveImplement effective Data Governance Framework Agency-wide
KRTrain 80% of relevant staff members on data governance principles and practices
Develop or acquire a data governance training program- Schedule and conduct training sessions for identified staff
- Identify relevant staff for data governance training
- KRAchieve 90% compliance with the newly implemented data governance framework
- Train all team members on the new data governance framework
- Conduct regular compliance audits for monitoring adherence
- Implement reward scheme for compliance achievements
- KRSet up clear data governance policies and procedures by next quarter
- Implement, review, and refine drafted data governance procedures
- Draft initial policies and procedures for data governance
- Identify key stakeholders for creating data governance policies
OKRs to enhance enterprise-wide governance, risk, and compliance
- ObjectiveEnhance enterprise-wide governance, risk, and compliance
- KRImplement a robust governance framework across 70% of the company departments
- Train department heads on governance procedures
- Identify key departments needing governance framework implementation
- Develop a tailored governance framework
- KRDecrease non-compliance incidents by 30% through improved risk management procedures
- Implement mandatory risk management training for all employees
- Improve surveillance audits to detect non-compliance
- Update compliance policies to reflect current legislation
- KRTrain 100% of the staff on compliance regulations and company policies
- Schedule training sessions for all staff members
- Monitor and document staff's training progress
- Develop a comprehensive compliance and policy training program
OKRs to enhance and streamline security governance framework
- ObjectiveEnhance and streamline security governance framework
- KRAchieve 100% staff completion of cyber security training program
- Enforce disciplinary measures for non-compliance
- Assign mandatory cybersecurity training program to all staff
- Monitor progress of staff training completion weekly
- KRConduct a comprehensive risk assessment across all departments
- Evaluate and prioritize each potential risk
- Develop a plan to mitigate identified risks
- Identify the potential risks in each department
- KRImplement advanced threat detection system in 90% of the network infrastructure
- Test system coverage across the entire network infrastructure
- Identify current gaps in the network's threat detection system
- Procure and install advanced threat detection software
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
How to write your own Governance Framework OKRs
1. Get tailored OKRs with an AI
You'll find some examples below, but it's likely that you have very specific needs that won't be covered.
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.
Governance Framework 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
Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your 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
Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.
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 Governance Framework 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:
- 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 Governance Framework OKR templates
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