15 customisable OKR examples for Network

What are Network 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 Network. 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.

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While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own OKRs.

Our customisable Network OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Network 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!

1. OKRs to expand network by acquiring 10 integrated networks with a minimum of 50 professionals each

Expand network by acquiring 10 integrated networks with a minimum of 50 professionals each
Increase professional count in acquired networks to at least 500
Leverage social media platforms to connect with professionals in target industries and increase professional count
Collaborate with internal teams to identify potential professional contacts and add them to acquired networks
Join relevant professional associations and actively engage with members to grow acquired networks
Attend industry networking events and conferences regularly to expand professional count
Generate at least $1 million in revenue from the acquired networks within the quarter
Develop a targeted marketing campaign to increase sales and drive revenue growth
Implement cost optimization strategies to maximize profit margins and minimize expenses
Collaborate with sales team to identify and pursue high-value opportunities for revenue generation
Enhance customer retention and satisfaction through personalized services and proactive communication
Achieve a retention rate of 80% among the professionals in the acquired networks
Offer competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain professionals
Provide opportunities for training and upskilling to enhance job satisfaction and retention
Implement a mentorship program to support professional growth and development
Conduct regular feedback sessions to address concerns and improve overall satisfaction
Ensure a minimum of 10,000 followers on each acquired network
Implement targeted advertising campaigns to increase network visibility and attract new followers
Regularly analyze and optimize network performance to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities
Collaborate with influencers and industry leaders to cross-promote and expand network reach
Create engaging and high-quality content to attract and retain followers

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2. OKRs to strengthen professional relationships and increase network reach

Strengthen professional relationships and increase network reach
Initiate contact with 30 potential collaborations or networking opportunities by end of period
Send out the initiation messages/emails
Draft personalized initiation messages or emails
Identify 30 potent networking opportunities or collaborations
Conduct 10 relationship building sessions with current contacts to strengthen bonds
Prepare relevant topics and questions for each session
Identify 10 current contacts for relationship building sessions
Schedule meetings with each contact for a session
Host 4 professional networking events to enhance communication
Identify suitable venues for hosting networking events
Secure guest speakers or facilitators
Design and distribute event invitations

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3. OKRs to establish myself as a prominent female bassist in the London rock scene

Establish myself as a prominent female bassist in the London rock scene
Perform at a minimum of 10 different local gigs for exposure
Promote performances on social media for wider exposure
Reach out to venues to book performance dates
Research potential local venues for gigs in the immediate area
Master 5 new complex rock songs on the bass every month
Dedicate daily practice hours for each song separately
Review progress and make necessary adjustments weekly
Choose five complex rock songs to learn on the bass
Network and establish connections with at least 15 key people in the London rock scene
Identify 15 key people in the London rock scene
Initiate conversations and foster relationships
Attend local rock music events and concerts

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4. OKRs to strengthen network security through enhanced logging capabilities

Strengthen network security through enhanced logging capabilities
Implement centralized logging infrastructure to capture and store network activity data
Regularly monitor and maintain the centralized logging infrastructure to ensure uninterrupted data capture
Assess existing network infrastructure to identify suitable centralized logging solutions
Configure the centralized logging infrastructure to collect and store the network activity data
Determine the appropriate tools and technologies required for capturing network activity data
Increase network security by configuring an intrusion detection system (IDS) with real-time monitoring capabilities
Improve incident response effectiveness by integrating logging data with a security information and event management (SIEM) system
Regularly review and fine-tune the integration and alerting processes to optimize incident response
Analyze current logging data sources and identify gaps for integration with the SIEM system
Develop standardized alerting rules within the SIEM system based on integrated logging data
Configure the SIEM system to ingest and aggregate logging data from all relevant sources
Identify and resolve security vulnerabilities by regularly reviewing and analyzing network log data
Set up a regular schedule for reviewing and analyzing network log data
Generate reports based on network log data analysis to prioritize and address vulnerabilities
Implement necessary measures to resolve identified security vulnerabilities promptly and effectively
Use security software to identify and monitor potential security vulnerabilities

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5. OKRs to expand legal and regulatory resources network

Expand legal and regulatory resources network
Improve user engagement by implementing feedback-driven enhancements to the network
Regularly communicate with users about the network's updates and improvements based on their feedback
Analyze feedback to identify areas of improvement and prioritize enhancements
Implement user-suggested features and enhancements to address their needs and concerns
Send out surveys to collect feedback on user experience and pain points
Develop an online platform for easy access to legal and regulatory materials
Conduct market research to understand user needs and preferences
Conduct user testing and gather feedback to continuously improve the platform's functionality
Collaborate with legal experts to curate and regularly update the platform's content
Design an intuitive interface for easy navigation and document search
Increase the number of legal and regulatory contacts by 20% through targeted outreach
Attend industry conferences and events to establish connections with new legal and regulatory contacts
Identify regulatory agencies with relevant contacts for targeted outreach
Implement a focused email marketing campaign to engage potential legal and regulatory contacts
Develop a comprehensive database of legal and regulatory contact information
Establish partnerships with 3 influential legal organizations to enhance resource availability
Collaborate with the legal organizations to develop strategies for enhancing resource availability
Research and identify three influential legal organizations relevant to our objectives
Formalize partnerships through legal agreements and ensure effective implementation of joint initiatives
Reach out to the identified organizations to initiate partnership discussions

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6. OKRs to strengthen the company's network security defenses

Strengthen the company's network security defenses
Train 90% of employees on new network security protocols within the next quarter
Assess current understanding of network security protocols among employees
Implement training, ensuring participation of at least 90% of employees
Develop comprehensive training program on new security protocols
Implement two-factor authentication for all user accounts by the end of next quarter
Purchase and set up chosen authentication system
Train users on new authentication system
Research best two-factor authentication systems for our needs
Reduce the number of detected security breaches by 80% compared to last quarter
Implement an updated, top-quality cybersecurity system
Provide comprehensive cybersecurity training for all staff
Conduct regular, intensive IT security audits

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7. OKRs to enhance network security measures

Strengthen network security
Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and remediation
Implement two-factor authentication on all devices
Decrease number of successful network breaches by 50%
Train 100% of employees on cybersecurity best practices

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8. OKRs to secure suitable employment this summer

Secure suitable employment this summer
Arrange for minimum of 2 interviews per week
Follow up on unanswered interview requests regularly
Identify and list potential interviewees
Send out initial contact and interview request emails
Customize and send out at least 20 job applications weekly
Update resume to align with desired job roles
Find and select 20 suitable job vacancies weekly
Customize and submit applications for selected jobs
Build network connections, aim to get 50+ LinkedIn relevant connections
Utilize LinkedIn's 'People You May Know' feature regularly
Send connection requests to professionals in your industry
Engage with relevant posts, commenting to initiate conversations

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9. OKRs to secure satisfying employment amidst summer distractions

Secure satisfying employment amidst summer distractions
Network with at least 2 industry professionals daily
Attend online industry-related workshops or webinars
Regularly participate in LinkedIn discussions
Arrange weekly information interviews with industry professionals
Customize and fine-tune resume for 100% of applications
Identify job posting requirements and align resume skills accordingly
Integrate relevant keywords into the resume text
Review and customize resume layout and design
Apply to at least 15 targeted jobs per week
Update resume and cover letters for each application
Submit applications and track progress weekly
Research and identify 15 specific jobs to apply to each week

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10. OKRs to become proficient in Cisco switches configuration and the Headsup app project

Become proficient in Cisco switches configuration and the Headsup app project
Master 100% of training controls and instruments for effective control handling
Regularly review manual for training controls
Attend workshops for continuous learning
Practice using instruments in simulated scenarios
Complete Cisco certification coursework with a grade of 85% or higher
Set a daily study schedule for coursework
Enroll in Cisco certification course
Regularly review and practice course material
Successfully run a test project utilizing the Headsup app with zero major errors
Monitor, find and instantly resolve minor issues, if any
Plan and execute a simple project using the Headsup app
Understand the functionality and features of the Headsup app completely

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11. OKRs to enhance the reliability and efficiency of our infrastructure

Enhance the reliability and efficiency of our infrastructure
Increase server response time by 20% for faster processing
Optimize application code to reduce processing time
Upgrade server hardware for improved performance
Implement effective load balancing techniques
Implement an upgrade to the latest networking technology, improving speed by 25%
Achieve a 15% decrease in system downtime incidents
Implement a robust incident response plan
Provide routine maintenance and updates to system software
Assess system regularly for potential vulnerabilities and areas of improvement

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12. OKRs to enhance SIEM visibility via diversified log monitoring

Enhance SIEM visibility via diversified log monitoring
Increase log correlation effectiveness by 20% to improve threat detection
Train team on efficient threat detection methods
Regularly monitor and adjust correlation rules
Implement advanced log correlation strategies
Detect and add logs from 100% of currently unmonitored network devices
Identify all currently unmonitored network devices
Implement logging mechanism on each unmonitored device
Verify logs are correctly setup and functioning
Incorporate 30% more diverse log sources into the SIEM system

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13. OKRs to timely resolution of IT network, hardware, software and ERP related issues

Timely resolution of IT network, hardware, software and ERP related issues
Maintain a 90% rate of resolving IT network issues within agreed service levels
Establish stringent service level agreements
Implement weekly monitoring of IT network performance
Conduct regular training for IT resolution team
Achieve 85% success rate in handling hardware and software issues in first contact
Train staff on recent software and hardware troubleshooting techniques
Monitor and adjust response strategies weekly for effectiveness
Develop comprehensive diagnostic checklists for issue resolution
Increase ERP issue resolution efficiency by 15% through expert training sessions
Design expert training programs catering to these issues
Identify key problem areas in current ERP issue handling
Implement and monitor the training sessions regularly

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14. OKRs to reduce operational cost in the Network Operations Center

Reduce operational cost in the Network Operations Center
Reduce unnecessary expenses by 15% through procurement optimization
Implement a stringent approval process for all procurements
Conduct regular reviews of procurement practices
Eliminate redundant suppliers to consolidate spending
Implement cost-effective automated systems to decrease manual labor costs by 20%
Implement the chosen systems and monitor the cost-saving
Research and select cost-effective automation systems
Identify areas where automation can replace manual labor
Achieve a 10% reduction in energy usage through efficient resource management
Implement weekly power shutdowns in non-essential areas
Install energy-efficient lighting and appliances throughout the facility
Insulate building envelope to optimize heating/cooling use

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15. OKRs to expand investor network with five strategic VC firms

Build relationships with 5 top VC firms
Attend 2 industry events hosted by each VC firm
Arrange meetings with decision makers from 5 VC firms
Secure 3 introductions to portfolio companies from each VC firm
Collect and analyze data on 10 potential leads from each VC firm

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Network OKR best practices to boost success

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.

Tability's audit dashboard will highlight opportunities to improve OKRs

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.

Tability's check-ins will save you hours and increase transparency

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 turn your Network OKRs in a strategy map

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs 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.

Tability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

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 Network OKR templates

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

OKRs resources

Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.

To learn: What is the meaning of OKRs
Blog posts: ODT Blog
Success metrics: KPIs examples

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