What are Need Analysis 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.
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.
To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Need Analysis. Take a look at the templates below for inspiration and guidance.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
How to write your own Need Analysis 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.
Need Analysis OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Need Analysis 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 enhance effectiveness of industrial training through comprehensive need analysis
ObjectiveEnhance effectiveness of industrial training through comprehensive need analysis
KRDevelop and introduce at least 3 innovative, industry-specific training modules based on analysis results
Develop innovative, industry-specific modules- Analyze industry trends to identify training needs
- Launch the newly created training modules
- KRAchieve 75% workforce participation and positive feedback on newly implemented training sessions
- Launch initiatives to promote active participation and attendance in trainings
- Implement engaging, skill-building training modules for all employees
- Regularly survey staff to gauge satisfaction and feedback on training
- KRPerform needs analysis for 85% of workforce by surveying and observing on-the-job performance
- Develop a clear and comprehensive workforce survey
- Observe and record on-the-job performances
- Facilitate the distribution of the workforce survey
OKRs to increase accuracy of hiring needs analysis for optimal requirement forecasting
- ObjectiveIncrease accuracy of hiring needs analysis for optimal requirement forecasting
- KRImplement a scalable data collection system to understand current hiring trends
- Identify key metrics to track for understanding hiring trends
- Setup automated tools for scalable data collection
- Develop a system for data analysis and interpretation
- KRLead 3 cross-functional planning meetings to align hiring needs with departmental growth goals
- Schedule cross-functional planning meetings
- Identify departmental growth goals
- Discuss and align hiring needs
- KRTrain hiring team on predictive analytics tools to improve forecasting accuracy by 25%
- Monitor and measure improvements in forecasting accuracy
- Identify predictive analytics training programs for the hiring team
- Schedule training sessions for the hiring team
OKRs to gain comprehensive insights about customer needs
- ObjectiveGain comprehensive insights about customer needs
- KRAnalyze data from 200 survey responses for quantitative insights
- Use software tools to distill quantitative insights
- Identify numerical data for statistical analysis
- Compile and organize all survey responses in a spreadsheet
- KRConduct at least 50 individual customer interviews for qualitative understanding
- Develop a questionnaire for qualitative feedback
- Conduct and record individual customer interviews
- Identify a list of 50 customers for interviews
- KRDevelop and present a detailed customer needs report to share insights
- Research and gather data on customer behavior and demands
- Create a compelling presentation detailing customer insights
- Analyze data to identify main customer needs and trends
OKRs to establish indisputable proof of need
- ObjectiveEstablish indisputable proof of need
- KRProduce an impact report showcasing improved situations after having addressed the need
- Develop compelling visuals and narratives to highlight key improvements
- Gather data related to the improvements after addressing the need
- Edit, proofread, and finalize the impact report
- KRCompile 30 case studies demonstrating clear need, by end of quarter
- Gather data and analyze each selected case
- Identify 30 relevant cases that showcase specific need
- Compile findings and evidence in report format
- KRSecure testimonials from 50 beneficiaries, attesting to their need
- Organise testimonial collection and verification process
- Draft a persuasive letter requesting testimonials
- Identify 50 beneficiaries willing to provide testimonials
OKRs to deepen understanding of customer needs
- ObjectiveDeepen understanding of customer needs
- KRImplement changes in 2 products based on customer feedback for improved user experience
- Design alterations in 2 products based on feedback
- Review customer feedback for the specific product changes
- Roll out changes for users and monitor feedback
- KRConduct 20 customer feedback surveys each week to gather data on customer preferences
- Draft and finalize a comprehensive customer feedback survey
- Analyze and record feedback data weekly
- Assign team members to conduct four surveys daily
- KRAnalyze sales reports weekly to identify top selling products and user behavior
- Identify top selling products from weekly reports
- Review sales reports every week
- Track user behavior trends from weekly sales data
Need Analysis 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 Need Analysis 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
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 Need Analysis OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
- OKRs to strengthen and streamline third-party relationships
- OKRs to streamline service requests via self-service platform
- OKRs to enable smooth first country's rollout through comprehensive hypercare
- OKRs to deliver personalized customer experience and satisfaction
- OKRs to improve the reliability and efficiency of IT Infrastructure
- OKRs to enhance user engagement on app and website