What are Onboarding Process 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.
Formulating strong OKRs can be a complex endeavor, particularly for first-timers. Prioritizing outcomes over projects is crucial when developing your plans.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Onboarding Process 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 Onboarding Process 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 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.
Onboarding Process OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Onboarding Process. 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 enhance the recruitment and onboarding process for new hires
- ObjectiveEnhance the recruitment and onboarding process for new hires
- KRReduce average hiring time to under 30 days per role
- Increase recruitment team bandwidth for expedited interviews
- Implement efficient applicant tracking systems
- Streamline and automate the application review process
- KRAchieve 95% positive feedback rate on post-onboarding survey from new hires
- Implement regular check-ins with new hires
- Improve onboarding process based on previous feedback
- Provide effective mentoring and support to new hires
- KRIncrease new hire retention rate by 25% through improved onboarding activities
- Provide continuous feedback and support during the employee's initial period
- Implement a comprehensive, structured onboarding program for new hires
- Incorporate mentoring or buddy system to help acclimate new staff
OKRs to streamline the onboarding process for rapid integration of new hires
- ObjectiveStreamline the onboarding process for rapid integration of new hires
- KRIncrease new hire proficiency score by 30% within first 60 days
- Monitor and evaluate individual job performance
- Establish mentorship system within departments
- Implement comprehensive orientation program for new hires
- KRDecrease average onboarding duration by 25% from current baseline
- Improve training materials for quicker learning
- Streamline hiring procedures for faster employee integration
- Automate administrative tasks to save time
- KRAchieve 90% new hire satisfaction rate regarding onboarding process
- Address concerns and issues promptly and effectively
- Implement a comprehensive and clear onboarding program
- Regularly survey new hires for constructive feedback
OKRs to boost the effectiveness of SaaS onboarding process
- ObjectiveBoost the effectiveness of SaaS onboarding process
- KRElevate customer's successful onboarding completion rate by 20%
- Introduce interactive tutorials and guides
- Implement a structured follow-up system for user assistance
- Simplify the onboarding process to decrease user confusion
- KRImprove feedback ratings on customer onboarding experience by 15%
- Implement needed improvements based on customer feedback
- Develop a comprehensive onboarding guide for new customers
- Initiate customer satisfaction surveys post-onboarding
- KRReduce the average time for onboarding completion by 30%
- Implement efficient, digital onboarding tools
- Streamline the onboarding process by removing unnecessary steps
- Offer comprehensive training for new hires
OKRs to streamline the volunteer onboarding process for efficiency
- ObjectiveStreamline the volunteer onboarding process for efficiency
- KRImplement a digital onboarding process, reducing paperwork by 80%
- Train staff on using and managing the digital process
- Develop a digital form for the employee onboarding process
- Transition all traditional paperwork to the new system
- KRReduce the average onboarding time per volunteer by 50%
- Implement an efficient volunteer scheduling system
- Simplify the volunteer application process
- Provide pre-orientation training materials online
- KRIncrease volunteer retention rate within their first month by 30%
- Implement a mentorship program for new volunteers
- Organize engaging team-building activities
- Regularly recognize and appreciate volunteer contributions
OKRs to optimize onboarding process for call center recruits
- ObjectiveOptimize onboarding process for call center recruits
- KRReduce new hire training period by 15%
- Develop concise, effective training materials
- Streamline onboarding with a mentorship program
- Implement intensive, job-specific training sessions
- KREnsure 100% of new hires complete a capsule project within the first week
- Provide necessary resources and support to new hires
- Create a tracking system to monitor project completion
- Develop and distribute a standard capsule project for all new hires
- KRAchieve 95% new hire satisfaction with the onboarding process
- Conduct satisfaction surveys post-onboarding
- Implement a comprehensive onboarding program
- Address feedback to improve the process
OKRs to enhance the employee adaptation process for better integration
- ObjectiveEnhance the employee adaptation process for better integration
- KRImplement a new orientation program for 80% of newly hired employees
- Develop metric tools to track program participation and effectiveness
- Assign a team to implement and oversee the new orientation program
- Design an effective, comprehensive orientation structure for new hires
- KRIncrease employee engagement score by 25% after 3 months of employment
- Conduct consistent one-on-one check-ins with each employee
- Implement regular team-building activities
- Use recognition programs to reward outstanding work
- KRDecrease average time to full productivity for new hires by 20%
- Include performance tracking in the first week
- Provide mentorship programs for quicker skill acquisition
- Implement an intensive, streamlined onboarding program
Onboarding Process 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 Onboarding Process 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 Onboarding Process OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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