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7 OKR examples for Performance Management System

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What are Performance Management System 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.

Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.

We have a collection of OKRs examples for Performance Management System to give you some inspiration. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point for your OKRs.

If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.

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Performance Management System OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Performance Management System 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 organisational acceleration with effective performance management system

  • ObjectiveEnhance organisational acceleration with effective performance management system
  • KRIncrease utilization of performance management system by 20%
  • TaskProvide regular feedback through the system
  • TaskConduct training sessions on performance management system usage
  • TaskDevelop incentives for frequent system usage
  • KRImprove average team performance scores by 30%
  • TaskDevelop and integrate comprehensive team training programs
  • TaskCreate a system of team performance incentives
  • TaskImplement regular, constructive feedback sessions
  • KRAchieve a productivity increase of 25% through the enhanced system
  • TaskEvaluate current system for potential productivity improvements
  • TaskImplement enhancements in the system that increase efficiency
  • TaskMonitor and adjust new system operations as needed

OKRs to streamline and enhance the performance management system

  • ObjectiveStreamline and enhance the performance management system
  • KRTrain all managers on the new system, achieving 90% implementation accuracy
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for all managers on the new system
  • TaskDevelop assessment method to gauge implementation accuracy
  • TaskProvide additional training for those below 90% accuracy
  • KRDevelop and finalize the revised system structure by engaging 75% of department heads
  • TaskOutline proposed system changes for department heads review
  • TaskIncorporate feedback and finalize system structure
  • TaskGather feedback from 75% of department heads
  • KRImprove employee satisfaction rate with the system by at least 20%
  • TaskProvide continuous user training improvement opportunities
  • TaskImplement system updates based on survey feedback
  • TaskConduct a survey to identify current system dissatisfaction areas

OKRs to execute foundational groundwork for our 2025 performance management system

  • ObjectiveExecute foundational groundwork for our 2025 performance management system
  • KREvaluate and select two potential software providers for the new system
  • TaskIdentify two potential software providers based on system requirements
  • TaskMake a final decision to select two suitable software providers
  • TaskCompare features, prices, and customer reviews of selected providers
  • KRDevelop and secure approval for a detailed project implementation plan
  • TaskDraft a detailed project implementation plan
  • TaskRevise and secure approval for the plan
  • TaskSubmit proposal to decision-makers for review
  • KRGather performance related feedback from 80% of existing employees
  • TaskDistribute the survey to all existing employees
  • TaskDevelop a concise survey for performance-related feedback
  • TaskRemind employees to complete the survey

OKRs to optimize and enhance the existing system architecture

  • ObjectiveOptimize and enhance the existing system architecture
  • KRFinalize an assessment of current system architecture within two weeks
  • TaskEvaluate performance and compatibility issues
  • TaskIdentify existing system architecture components
  • TaskCompile a final assessment report for review
  • KREnsure zero system downtime for two weeks post-implementation of changes
  • TaskSchedule regular system checks to identify possible issues
  • TaskTrain staff on change management procedures
  • TaskEstablish a rapid-response troubleshooting team
  • KRDevelop and implement an upgrade plan for at least 20% performance increase
  • TaskDeploy upgrade and evaluate performance changes
  • TaskIdentify performance-impinging areas in the current system
  • TaskDesign a technology upgrade that targets these areas

OKRs to implement successful project tracking and KPI definition system

  • ObjectiveImplement successful project tracking and KPI definition system
  • KRDevelop a comprehensive tracking system to monitor project outcomes by week 6
  • TaskDesign a comprehensive tracking system architecture
  • TaskIdentify key project outcomes for weekly tracking
  • TaskImplement the tracking system by the 6th week
  • KRAchieve 90% of project KPI targets by the end of the quarter
  • TaskReview all current project KPIs and identify areas of improvement
  • TaskMonitor and adjust those strategies regularly
  • TaskDevelop strategies to enhance performance in underachieving areas
  • KREstablish detailed success criteria for 3 major projects by week 4
  • TaskDevelop detailed criteria for each project
  • TaskIdentify 3 major projects needing success criteria
  • TaskSet and confirm criteria by week 4

OKRs to implement unbiased performance evaluations system

  • ObjectiveImplement unbiased performance evaluations system
  • KRDevelop a new evaluation tool that removes subjective bias by end of Q2
  • TaskPrototype, test, and finalize the developed tool
  • TaskDesign a framework outline for a new, unbiased tool
  • TaskResearch existing evaluation tools and identify their bias issues
  • KRDecrease variance in appraisal scores across different genders to less than 10%
  • TaskRegularly review and adjust appraisal criteria
  • TaskImplement bias-deterrent policies in the appraisal process
  • TaskTrain managers on gender-neutral performance evaluations
  • KRTrain all managers on the new evaluation process within the next 60 days
  • TaskCreate a comprehensive training schedule for all managers
  • TaskConduct feedback sessions post-training for improvement
  • TaskDistribute training resources and materials to managers

OKRs to enhance performance and efficiency of SharePoint Online Storage service

  • ObjectiveEnhance performance and efficiency of SharePoint Online Storage service
  • KREnsure 99% uptime for the SharePoint Online Storage service
  • TaskImplement a backup and recovery plan
  • TaskRegularly monitor SharePoint server health for potential issues
  • TaskApply necessary patches and updates without delay
  • KRDecrease data retrieval time by 15%
  • TaskImplement a better indexing system for quicker data search
  • TaskOptimize database queries to reduce redundancy
  • TaskUpgrade hardware to improve data processing speed
  • KRIncrease data upload speed by 20%
  • TaskImplement data compression techniques
  • TaskOptimize server's upload bandwidth setting
  • TaskUpgrade to a high-speed internet service

Performance Management System 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.

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AI feedback for OKRs in Tability

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly if you want to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, you can move to Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.

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More Performance Management System OKR templates

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