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What are Research Analysis 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.
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 Research Analysis 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.
The best tools for writing perfect Research Analysis OKRs
Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.
Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt
Tability AI allows you to describe your goals in a prompt, and generate a fully editable OKR template in seconds.
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Click on the Generate goals using AI
- 3. Describe your goals in a prompt
- 4. Get your fully editable OKR template
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
Watch the video below to see it in action 👇
Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs
You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.
- 1. Create your Tability account
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on Generate analysis
- 4. Review the suggestions and decide to accept or dismiss them
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
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.
Research Analysis OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Research Analysis. 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 acquire comprehensive understanding of various companies' missions
ObjectiveAcquire comprehensive understanding of various companies' missions
KRRead and analyze mission statements from 50 different industries each week
Obtain mission statements from each industry- Compile a list of 50 different industries
- Schedule weekly sessions to read and analyze statements
- KRConduct four in-depth case studies on companies with unique missions monthly
- Identify four companies with unique missions
- Research company background and specifics
- Compile findings into comprehensive case studies
- KRParticipate in two webinars or relevant industry events every month
- Schedule and register for two relevant events
- Attend and actively participate in webinars/events
- Research upcoming webinars or industry events in your field
OKRs to determine the business benefits of SAP S4
- ObjectiveDetermine the business benefits of SAP S4
- KRIdentify and document 20 potential SAP S4 features beneficial to businesses
- Identify 20 SAP S4 features useful to business operations
- Document each feature's benefits in a comprehensive report
- Research the functionalities and benefits of various SAP S4 features
- KRCreate a detailed report highlighting the identified SAP S4 business benefits
- Gather relevant data and statistics to substantiate each benefit
- Identify the benefits associated with implementing SAP S4 in the business
- Draft a detailed report highlighting these benefits
- KRInterview 10 companies currently using SAP S4 for concrete advantages
- Identify 10 companies currently utilizing SAP S4
- Conduct interviews focusing on SAP S4 advantages
- Arrange interviews with the identified companies
OKRs to strengthen and broaden critical thinking skills
- ObjectiveStrengthen and broaden critical thinking skills
- KRComplete 3 distinct, comprehensive problem-solving exercises per week
- Allocate specific time for each exercise's completion
- Evaluate and review the problem-solving process weekly
- Choose three unique, complex problems to solve each week
- KRRead and critically analyze 2 new academic or scientific articles per month
- Thoroughly read each article
- Write a critical analysis of each article
- Select two academic or scientific articles
- KRAttend 1 workshop or seminar on logic or reasoning each month
- Research upcoming workshops or seminars on logic or reasoning
- Schedule the event into your personal calendar
- Register for one event of interest each month
OKRs to improve business acumen through literature
- ObjectiveImprove business acumen through literature
- KRWrite a succinct summary after each read to cement learning
- Immediately after reading, jot down key points from the material
- Create a concise summary using the jotted points
- Review your summary to ensure it's accurate
- KRConsume 20 industry-specific articles weekly
- Locate and bookmark 20 industry-related articles each week
- Summarize key insights gleaned from each article
- Devote daily time to read four articles
- KRRead at least 3 business-related books completely
- Select three business-related books to read
- Finish reading all three books
- Schedule regular time slots to focus on reading
OKRs to identify and assess AI tools available in the market
- ObjectiveIdentify and assess AI tools available in the market
- KREvaluate 10 potential AI tools against predefined criteria by the end of Q2
- Research and select 10 AI tools for review
- Assign scores to each tool based on criteria
- Define specific criteria for evaluation
- KRCompile a detailed report illustrating the pros and cons of each examined tool
- Identify and examine each tool's features
- Compile detailed comparison report
- Analyze pros and cons of each tool
- KRConduct 20 market interviews to determine popular AI tools amongst industry experts
- Draft comprehensive, insightful interview questions
- Conduct, record and analyze the interviews
- Identify and target 20 industry experts in AI
OKRs to identify the top FP&A software in the market
- ObjectiveIdentify the top FP&A software in the market
- KRResearch and list down at least 20 various FP&A software options by week 3
- Compile and review a list of at least 20 options
- Conduct online research for potential software options
- Identify criteria for FP&A software options
- KRCompare all FP&A software elements for features, cost, and user reviews by week 6
- Compile a list of all FP&A software elements
- Analyze user reviews for each software
- Evaluate each software for features and cost
- KRSelect and present the top 3 FP&A software based on the analysis by week 9
- Analyze software based on selected criteria
- Research various FP&A software options
- Prepare presentation for top three choices
OKRs to enhance efficiency in handling travel time requests
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency in handling travel time requests
- KRRead and analyze 10 research articles per week to improve response quality
- Schedule dedicated time blocks for reading
- Write analysis notes for each article
- Identify 10 relevant research articles each week
- KRReduce average response time for requests to two business days
- Monitor and improve the current request workflow
- Implement an efficient ticketing system for quicker request assignment
- Train staff to prioritize and process requests effectively
- KRIncrease request resolution rate to 95%
- Improve the training of customer service representatives
- Implement effective resolution procedures and guidelines
- Monitor closely and optimize resolution metrics
OKRs to establish indisputable proof of need
- ObjectiveEstablish indisputable proof of need
- KRProduce an impact report showcasing improved situations after having addressed the need
- Develop compelling visuals and narratives to highlight key improvements
- Gather data related to the improvements after addressing the need
- Edit, proofread, and finalize the impact report
- KRCompile 30 case studies demonstrating clear need, by end of quarter
- Gather data and analyze each selected case
- Identify 30 relevant cases that showcase specific need
- Compile findings and evidence in report format
- KRSecure testimonials from 50 beneficiaries, attesting to their need
- Organise testimonial collection and verification process
- Draft a persuasive letter requesting testimonials
- Identify 50 beneficiaries willing to provide testimonials
OKRs to enhance the precision of investment forecasting
- ObjectiveEnhance the precision of investment forecasting
- KRIncrease the number of successfully predicted trends by 30%
- Invest in advanced predictive analytics tools
- Conduct more in-depth market research
- Hire or train staff in statistical forecasting
- KRConduct 3 training workshops on advanced investment analysis techniques
- Outline topics and content for the training
- Identify appropriate professionals to lead the workshops
- Organize location and logistical details
- KRImplement AI forecasting tools for 20% reduction in forecast error
- Procure and install the selected AI forecasting tools
- Train staff on using AI forecasting tools
- Identify suitable AI forecasting tools for business needs
OKRs to expanding understanding of commission-based models
- ObjectiveExpanding understanding of commission-based models
- KRConduct interviews with 5 professionals working on commission in diverse industries
- Schedule and conduct the interviews
- Prepare relevant industry-specific questions for each interview
- Identify and contact five professionals in diverse commission-based sectors
- KRComplete three commission-related online courses with a score of at least 85%
- Achieve at least 85% score in each course
- Enroll in and study for selected courses
- Research and select three commission-related online courses
- KRRead and summarize 10 books on sales commissions within the period
- Thoroughly read and annotate these 10 books
- Draft a summary report for each book
- Select and procure 10 books related to sales commissions
Research Analysis 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
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.
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.
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.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards
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
We recommend using a spreadsheet for your first OKRs cycle. You'll need to get familiar with the scoring and tracking first. Then, you can scale your OKRs process by using Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.
How to get Tability dashboards:
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Use the importers to add your OKRs (works with any spreadsheet or doc)
- 3. Publish your OKR plan
That's it! Tability will instantly get access to 10+ dashboards to monitor progress, visualise trends, and identify risks early.
More Research Analysis OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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- OKRs to implement effective Data Governance Framework Agency-wide
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