3 customisable OKR examples for Process Automation Expert

What are Process Automation Expert 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.

Creating impactful OKRs can be a daunting task, especially for newcomers. Shifting your focus from projects to outcomes is key to successful planning.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Process Automation Expert 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.

Building your own Process Automation Expert OKRs with AI

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 Process Automation Expert OKRs examples

We've added many examples of Process Automation Expert 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!

1OKRs to optimize usage of our grant management system

  • ObjectiveOptimize usage of our grant management system
  • Key ResultIncrease grant management success rate by implementing systematic follow-up techniques, by 20%
  • TaskImplement regular tracking reports on each grant's status
  • TaskTrain staff on new follow-up and management techniques
  • TaskDevelop a systematic follow-up strategy for each grant
  • Key ResultImprove grant administration by reducing errors through process automation by 25%
  • TaskIdentify repetitive tasks suitable for process automation
  • TaskMonitor and measure automation's effectiveness regularly
  • TaskImplement automation tools to reduce manual work
  • Key ResultAchieve a 30% increase in planning efficiency by simplifying grant application processes
  • TaskProvide clear and accessible guidance resources
  • TaskImplement a streamlined online grant application system
  • TaskSimplify application forms and instructions

2OKRs to implement automation and simplify processes through expertise

  • ObjectiveImplement automation and simplify processes through expertise
  • Key ResultIdentify and design simplification of 3 key operational processes by quarter end
  • TaskSelect three key processes for simplification
  • TaskAssess current operational processes to identify complexity
  • TaskCraft simplification plan for these processes
  • Key ResultShare knowledge through conducting 2 workshops on automation to the team to enhance expertise
  • TaskSchedule and conduct the two automation workshops
  • TaskPrepare comprehensive and engaging workshop materials
  • TaskDetermine relevant automation topics to cover in workshops
  • Key ResultDevelop and integrate automation into 2 identified processes to increase efficiency by 30%
  • TaskDesign and develop automation for these processes
  • TaskIdentify suitable processes which will benefit from automation
  • TaskImplement and integrate developed automation

3OKRs to implement simplified and automated work processes through expertise

  • ObjectiveImplement simplified and automated work processes through expertise
  • Key ResultCreate and roll out automated systems for at least 50% of simplified processes by Week 12
  • TaskImplement automation for identified processes
  • TaskDevelop strategic plan and timeline for automation rollout
  • TaskIdentify which processes can be automated
  • Key ResultApply expertise to simplify 70% of identified processes by Week 8
  • TaskIdentify methods for simplification of 70% of processes
  • TaskAnalyze and document the existing identified processes
  • TaskImplement, test, and refine simplified processes by Week 8
  • Key ResultIdentify and document 10 existing processes that are prime for simplification by Week 4
  • TaskSelect 10 complex processes within the operations department
  • TaskDocument the step-by-step of each process
  • TaskAnalyze and identify possible simplification areas

Process Automation Expert 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 Insights DashboardTability'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 Insights DashboardTability'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 Process Automation Expert OKRs in a strategy map

Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the 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.

A strategy map in TabilityTability'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 Process Automation Expert 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.

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