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What are Project Team 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 Project Team 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.

Project Team OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Project Team Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to achieve successful leadership and execution of the 12 days project

  • ObjectiveAchieve successful leadership and execution of the 12 days project
  • KRAssemble a multi-skilled project team within one week of Quarter start
  • TaskIdentify individuals with essential skills relevant to the project scope
  • TaskDelegate roles and responsibilities to each team member
  • TaskOrganize a meeting to officially form the project team
  • KRSecure all necessary resources and approvals by Week 2
  • TaskConfirm acquisition of resources and approvals by week 2
  • TaskInitiate process to secure resources and seek approvals
  • TaskIdentify all required resources and approvals for the project
  • KREnsure project completion with 95% satisfaction from team members
  • TaskImplement, monitor, and improve team member feedback systems
  • TaskAddress and resolve any team issues promptly and efficiently
  • TaskRegularly communicate project goals and tasks to team members

OKRs to ensure consistent project progress

  • ObjectiveEnsure consistent project progress
  • KRReduce project milestone delays by 15%
  • TaskIncrease communication and collaboration among team members
  • TaskRegularly monitor and update task progression
  • TaskImplement a consistent, detailed project schedule
  • KRIncrease weekly deliverables completion rate by 20%
  • TaskReview existing workflows for areas of inefficiency
  • TaskImplement deadline reminders and progress check-ins
  • TaskProvide training for enhanced productivity tools
  • KRImprove team communication efficiency by optimizing weekly meetings
  • TaskAllocate specific speaking time to each participant
  • TaskImplement clear post-meeting follow-up procedures
  • TaskDevelop clear, concise agenda for each weekly meeting

OKRs to enhance Team Collaboration

  • ObjectiveEnhance Team Collaboration
  • KRIntroduce collaboration tools with 90% team usage rate
  • TaskEstablish a follow-up system to track adoption and usage rates
  • TaskConduct a team-wide survey to evaluate desired collaboration tool features
  • TaskProvide interactive training sessions on selected collaboration tools
  • KRImprove project completion rate by 30% through coordinated team efforts
  • TaskIntroduce project management software for more efficient collaborations
  • TaskEnhance interdepartmental communication on project progress
  • TaskImplement regular team meetings for project update exchanges
  • KRImplement weekly brainstorming sessions to increase idea sharing by 50%
  • TaskEncourage participation through regular communication and session reminders
  • TaskSchedule recurring weekly brainstorming sessions in the team's calendar
  • TaskTrack the number of ideas shared per session to monitor progress

OKRs to successfully adapt and contribute to the new team and project

  • ObjectiveSuccessfully adapt and contribute to the new team and project
  • KREstablish effective rapport with 100% of the team members within the first month
  • TaskFacilitate team bonding activities or events
  • TaskRegularly communicate and provide feedback to the team
  • TaskSchedule one-on-one introductory meetings with each team member
  • KRFully understand project scope and deliver 3 actionable insights by end of month two
  • TaskBrainstorm and identify key areas for essential insights
  • TaskDevelop and finalize three actionable insights based on analysis
  • TaskReview and dissect all project scope details meticulously
  • KRSuccessfully deliver assigned tasks with at least 90% punctuality over the quarter
  • TaskUtilize a planner or digital tool for schedule management
  • TaskRegularly review and adjust task timelines as needed
  • TaskPrioritize tasks according to deadlines and important

OKRs to enhance project planning and team coordination

  • ObjectiveEnhance project planning and team coordination
  • KRCut down process issues by 25% through prioritizing and addressing planning obstacles
  • TaskIdentify primary roadblocks causing process delays
  • TaskImplement changes and measure improvements
  • TaskDevelop strategies to mitigate identified obstacles
  • KRProvide comprehensive training to all team members on project planning software by quarter-end
  • TaskIdentify required skill levels for project planning software
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive training program
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for all team members
  • KRImplement a system of weekly project update meetings to boost coordination
  • TaskAssign a coordinator to manage meetings
  • TaskSchedule weekly project update meetings
  • TaskDevelop an agenda for each update meeting

OKRs to successfully conclude the upcoming 9 weeks

  • ObjectiveSuccessfully conclude the upcoming 9 weeks
  • KRAchieve at least 95% satisfaction rate on feedback from team and stakeholders
  • TaskImplement regular check-ins to address concerns and gather feedback
  • TaskCreate effective communication channels for open discussions
  • TaskDevelop and provide ongoing team training for continual improvement
  • KRMeet 100% of project deadlines to ensure timely completion
  • TaskImplement efficient project management tools
  • TaskTrack the progress of project tasks daily
  • TaskCreate and adhere to a structured timeline
  • KRDevelop and implement strategies for a 30% increase in team productivity
  • TaskImplement the plan and track progress regularly
  • TaskCreate a tailored productivity improvement plan
  • TaskIdentify current team productivity levels and performance gaps

OKRs to amplify professional relationships and foster mutual trust among teammates

  • ObjectiveAmplify professional relationships and foster mutual trust among teammates
  • KRInitiate one-on-one meetings with at least four different coworkers each week
  • TaskSchedule separate one-on-one meetings with each colleague
  • TaskIdentify four coworkers for individual meetings each week
  • TaskPrepare discussion points for each meeting
  • KROrganize three team building activities aimed at enhancing professional bonds and collaboration
  • TaskSchedule and communicate activity dates to the team
  • TaskResearch popular team-building exercises relevant to professional development
  • TaskPlan logistics for the chosen team-building activities
  • KRContribute positively to team projects and receive a 90% approval rating from peers
  • TaskActively engage in all team discussions and provide constructive feedback
  • TaskConsistently meet deadlines and maintain high-quality work
  • TaskRegularly ask for peer feedback and take steps to improve

OKRs to establish robust autonomy and project management systems

  • ObjectiveEstablish robust autonomy and project management systems
  • KRTrain 70% of the team members in autonomous decision-making and problem-solving
  • TaskIdentify team members needing autonomous decision-making training
  • TaskDevelop an effective training program on decision-making
  • TaskImplement and monitor the training for select team members
  • KRImplement a suitable project management software for 100% of ongoing projects
  • TaskTrain staff on new software usage
  • TaskResearch various project management software options
  • TaskPurchase and install chosen project management software
  • KRAchieve 30% reduction in project deadline delays due to better management control
  • TaskProvide staff with targeted management training
  • TaskEstablish daily progress tracking system
  • TaskImplement standardized project management procedures

OKRs to enhance team productivity with collaborative efforts

  • ObjectiveEnhance team productivity with collaborative efforts
  • KRDecrease project completion times by 15%
  • TaskImplement more efficient project management tools
  • TaskIncorporate additional resources or personnel
  • TaskStreamline communication processes within the team
  • KRIncrease team work-norm compliance by 30%
  • TaskDevelop clear, easily understood guidelines for work-norms
  • TaskMonitor and give feedback on work-norm compliance regularly
  • TaskImplement regular team-building activities to foster collaboration
  • KRImplement 2 team-building activities with 90% participation
  • TaskSchedule activity sessions and inform the team
  • TaskEnsure participation and collect feedback post-activities
  • TaskIdentify 2 team-building activities suitable for all staff

OKRs to enhance and promote collaboration within the new team

  • ObjectiveEnhance and promote collaboration within the new team
  • KRImplement a weekly round-table discussion to share ideas and progress
  • TaskDevelop a structured agenda for idea sharing
  • TaskCreate a recurring weekly meeting schedule for discussions
  • TaskAssign a meeting facilitator to track progress
  • KRConduct at least 4 productive team-building activities
  • TaskPlan and schedule 4 different team activities
  • TaskResearch various team-building activities suitable for the team
  • TaskOrganize necessary materials and resources
  • KRIncrease project workflow transparency by 30% through a shared online platform
  • TaskImplement a shared online project management platform
  • TaskRegularly update each project's status on the platform
  • TaskTrain team on using the new platform effectively

How to write your own Project Team OKRs

1. Get tailored OKRs with an AI

You'll find some examples below, but it's likely that you have very specific needs that won't be covered.

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.

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.

AI feedback for OKRs in TabilityTability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRs

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.

Project Team 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 Project Team OKRs

The rules of OKRs are simple. Quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly, and yearly OKRs should be tracked monthly. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

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 Project Team OKR templates

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

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