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10 OKR examples for Standards

What are Standards 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 Standards 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.

How to write your own Standards 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.

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.

Standards OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Standards. 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 enforce coding standards to prevent new tech debt

  • ObjectiveStandardize coding practices for debt reduction
  • KRConduct training sessions to educate all team members
  • KRReduce tech debt backlog by 50% through enforcement of standards
  • KRDevelop and implement updated coding standards
  • KRConduct quarterly reviews to ensure adherence to standards

OKRs to achieve 100% compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards

  • ObjectiveEnsure regulatory compliance in all operations
  • KREstablish a system for continuous monitoring and reporting of compliance status
  • TaskDefine metrics to track compliance
  • TaskSchedule regular compliance audits
  • TaskEstablish communication protocol for reporting
  • TaskDesign compliance reporting dashboard
  • KRAchieve 100% compliance with all relevant regulations and standards
  • TaskStay up-to-date with changes to regulations and standards
  • TaskConduct regular audits to ensure compliance
  • TaskProvide ongoing training to employees
  • TaskImplement measures to address non-compliance
  • KRDevelop and implement an updated compliance training program for all employees
  • TaskLaunch new compliance training program online and in-person
  • TaskEvaluate effectiveness of updated program through employee feedback and assessments
  • TaskConduct a needs assessment to identify compliance training gaps
  • TaskCreate new, engaging training materials for all job functions
  • KRConduct a full audit of all operations and identify areas of regulatory risk
  • TaskIdentify gaps in compliance procedures and create action plan
  • TaskReview each operation for compliance risks
  • TaskConduct training on regulations and compliance procedures
  • TaskEvaluate existing controls and their effectiveness

OKRs to enhance technical design standards supervision for the team

  • ObjectiveEnhance technical design standards supervision for the team
  • KRIncrease the team's compliance with technical design standards by 30%
  • TaskDevelop regular technical design standards training sessions
  • TaskImplement a robust standards compliance check process
  • TaskRegularly update team on new/adjusted design standards
  • KRConduct weekly audits, ensuring 100% coverage of all design projects
  • TaskSchedule consistent weekly audits for all design projects
  • TaskCheck completeness of each design project during audits
  • TaskDocument and report any discrepancies or issues found
  • KRImplement an updated set of design standards by 20% within the quarter
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive update plan for design standards
  • TaskAssess current design standards for potential improvements
  • TaskImplement newly enhanced design standards

OKRs to enhance Design team's adherence to technical design & construction standards

  • ObjectiveEnhance Design team's adherence to technical design & construction standards
  • KRConduct 2 detailed training sessions on updated technical construction standards
  • TaskIdentify knowledgeable specialist to facilitate both sessions
  • TaskPrepare comprehensive training materials on updated standards
  • TaskSchedule two suitable dates and venues for training sessions
  • KRImplement a bi-monthly review and feedback system for ongoing design works
  • TaskSchedule regular bi-monthly design review meetings
  • TaskEstablish a standardized feedback template
  • TaskCommunicate feedback process to design team
  • KRAchieve 90% compliance with new design standards across all projects
  • TaskProvide one-on-one coaching for non-compliant project teams
  • TaskImplement training sessions on new design standards for all team members
  • TaskRegularly audit projects to ensure compliance with new standards

OKRs to implement Unified Standards Across all Hospital Units

  • ObjectiveImplement Unified Standards Across all Hospital Units
  • KRAchieve 90% staff training completion on new standards within 8 weeks
  • TaskImplement weekly progress assessment for staff members
  • TaskProvide individual guidance where needed to ensure understanding
  • TaskInitiate comprehensive training program on new standards
  • KRDevelop comprehensive, uniform standards incorporating best practices within 5 weeks
  • TaskImplement uniform standards across all departments
  • TaskCreate comprehensive standards based on findings
  • TaskIdentify key components of best practices in industry
  • KRIdentify differing practices in all units by reviewing process documents within 2 weeks
  • TaskHighlight differing practices within a two-week timeframe
  • TaskCatalog all process documents across each unit
  • TaskReview these documents to identify differences

OKRs to attain great security standards

  • ObjectiveAttain great security standards
  • KRAll developers score 90+ in our security awareness training
  • KR100% of devices are enrolled in a Mobile Device Management system
  • KR100% of our services have a threat mitigation system in place
  • KROur policies cover 100% of the ISO 27001 requirements

OKRs to develop high-quality English language arts assessment items

  • ObjectiveDevelop high-quality English language arts assessment items
  • KRGet 95% positive feedback from teachers on the assessment items
  • TaskConduct a survey to gauge current teacher satisfaction with assessment items
  • TaskRegularly communicate improvements made, requesting ongoing feedback
  • TaskImplement suggested changes based on survey feedback
  • KRIntegrate at least 80% of the assessed standards in the items developed
  • TaskDevelop items integrating identified standards
  • TaskReview and revise integrated items to ensure quality
  • TaskIdentify and review 80% of assessed standards
  • KRDraft and finalize 60 English language arts assessment items
  • TaskStart drafting diverse and high-quality assessment questions
  • TaskReview, revise and finalize each assessment item
  • TaskDetermine the key areas of focus based on the ELA academic standards

OKRs to ensure timely delivery of superior quality projects

  • ObjectiveEnsure timely delivery of superior quality projects
  • KRDecrease project deadline overruns by 50%
  • TaskStrengthen communication and coordination among teams
  • TaskImplement effective project management tools and methodologies
  • TaskRegularly monitor and track project progress
  • KRImplement a streamlined project management system to improve efficiency by 30%
  • TaskTrain staff on the new system for uniform implementation
  • TaskResearch and select a streamlined project management system
  • TaskEvaluate current project management procedures for inefficiencies
  • KREnsure 100% adherence to established project quality standards
  • TaskTrain team in quality standards enforcement
  • TaskImplement regular quality checks and audits
  • TaskRegularly review project to verify adherence to quality standards

OKRs to boost Overall Account Health

  • ObjectiveBoost Overall Account Health
  • KRIncrease active account numbers by 20%
  • TaskImplement a referral program to encourage current users to recruit others
  • TaskExecute targeted marketing campaigns to attract potential users
  • TaskEnhance user experience for higher customer satisfaction and retention
  • KRReduce overdue balances by 30%
  • TaskEnhance reminders and notices for due payments
  • TaskImplement stricter payment deadlines and announce them clearly
  • TaskOffer incentives for early or on-time payments
  • KRAlign 90% of accounts with compliance standards
  • TaskArrange training on compliance standards for account management team
  • TaskImplement necessary updates to align accounts with standards
  • TaskConduct individual reviews of existing accounts for compliance

OKRs to enhance adherence to academic standards and protocols

  • ObjectiveEnhance adherence to academic standards and protocols
  • KRImprove complaint resolution rate to 90% by streamlining the grievance redressal system
  • TaskIntroduce automation for efficient complaint categorization
  • TaskTrain staff for faster problem-solving and decision-making
  • TaskImplement regular feedback sessions to improve system
  • KRIncrease policy awareness sessions by 20% for staff and students
  • TaskInclude policy updates during the regular staff meetings
  • TaskFormulate engaging policy awareness campaigns for students
  • TaskPlan more informational meetings about policy awareness
  • KRReduce reported policy violations by 30% through stringent monitoring
  • TaskIncrease frequency of employee policy-awareness training
  • TaskConduct regular, unannounced audits for policy enforcement
  • TaskImplement rigorous surveillance measures to track policy adherence

Standards 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 Standards 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:

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 Standards OKR templates

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

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