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What are System Proficiency 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.
How you write your OKRs can make a huge difference on the impact that your team will have at the end of the quarter. But, it's not always easy to write a quarterly plan that focuses on outcomes instead of projects.
That's why we have created a list of OKRs examples for System Proficiency to help. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point to write 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 System Proficiency 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.
System Proficiency OKRs examples
We've added many examples of System Proficiency 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 achieve full proficiency in the CRM system
ObjectiveAchieve full proficiency in the CRM system
KRAchieve 90% accuracy in all CRM-related tasks by the final week
Implement efficient processes to avoid error- Attend training programs to improve CRM skills
- Practice CRM tasks regularly and seek feedback
- KRImplement at least three new CRM functionalities across teams by Week 8
- Identify three beneficial CRM functionalities for implementation
- Incorporate the CRM functionalities into current workflows by Week 8
- Train team members in utilizing new CRM functionalities
- KRComplete an in-depth CRM training course by end of Week 4
- Allocate specific study hours for CRM course each week
- Complete all necessary modules and final exam by end of Week 4
- Select a comprehensive CRM training course by end of Week 1
OKRs to implement a centralized sales data repository and reporting system
- ObjectiveImplement a centralized sales data repository and reporting system
- KRSuccessfully migrate 100% of existing sales data to the chosen platform
- Execute full data migration and verify accuracy
- Identify and consolidate all existing sales data for migration
- Prepare new platform for seamless data transfer
- KRTrain 90% of the sales team on the new system, achieving 80% proficiency
- Schedule all-inclusive training sessions for the sales team
- Implement proficiency tests post-training
- Identify key functions in the new system for targeted training
- KRIdentify suitable centralized data repository and reporting system by evaluating at least 5 options
- Research and compile a list of 5 potential data repository systems
- Evaluate each system based on defined criteria
- Choose the most suitable centralized data repository and reporting system
OKRs to enhance proficiency in Synergy Student Information Systems
- ObjectiveEnhance proficiency in Synergy Student Information Systems
- KRFoster relationships with two industry mentors for insights and guidance on Synergy
- Regularly engage with mentors for ongoing advice and insights
- Reach out to potential mentors for introductory meetings
- Identify two industry experts with a focus on Synergy
- KRHandle three real-life projects using Synergy systems for practical experience
- Reflect on experience for improved Synergy system use
- Choose three real-life projects for Synergy systems use
- Utilize Synergy systems to execute chosen projects
- KRComplete two online courses regarding synergy student information systems
- Complete both online courses following the curriculum
- Research and select two online courses on Synergy student information systems
- Enroll in the chosen Synergy SIS courses
OKRs to successfully migrate to GitLab
- ObjectiveSuccessfully migrate to GitLab
- KRComplete migration plan and timeline, including a step-by-step guide for all teams
- Develop a detailed timeline with specific milestones and accountable team members
- Create a comprehensive step-by-step guide outlining the migration process for all involved teams
- Conduct a thorough analysis and assessment of all existing systems and data
- Collaborate with relevant teams to identify potential roadblocks and ensure seamless transition
- KRMigrate 100% of the code repositories and branches from the current system to GitLab
- KREnsure all team members are trained and proficient in using GitLab for version control
- Assign mentors to assist team members in mastering GitLab version control
- Regularly assess and evaluate team members' proficiency in GitLab usage
- Conduct comprehensive GitLab training for all team members
- Provide ongoing support and resources to enhance proficiency in GitLab
- KRAchieve 100% uptime and stability on GitLab platform throughout the migration process
- Collaborate with the migration team to establish effective communication channels and address concerns promptly
- Conduct thorough testing of the GitLab platform for any potential issues or vulnerabilities
- Perform regular backups and monitor system logs to proactively identify and address any disruptions
- Implement redundant systems and failover mechanisms to ensure continuous availability
System Proficiency 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.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards
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:
- 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 System Proficiency OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
- OKRs to enhance talent retention strategies
- OKRs to boost monthly quote volumes to 4million
- OKRs to increase automation coverage of manual test cases to 50%
- OKRs to successfully lead the organisation of online event "12 Days of Christmas"
- OKRs to streamline and optimize the HR data process
- OKRs to amplify sales of IT services and staff augmentation