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tability.ioWhat are Tech Team Member 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.
OKRs are quickly gaining popularity as a goal-setting framework. But, it's not always easy to know how to write your goals, especially if it's your first time using OKRs.
To aid you in setting your goals, we have compiled a collection of OKR examples customized for Tech Team Member. Take a look at the templates below for inspiration and guidance.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Tech Team Member OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Tech Team Member 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 enhance security operations with standardized logging and monitoring
ObjectiveEnhance security operations with standardized logging and monitoring
KRTrain 100% of the tech team on new logging standards and monitoring processes
Develop a comprehensive training module on new logging standards- Implement periodic assessments to ensure comprehension and compliance
- Schedule mandatory training sessions for all tech team members
- KRImplement a standardized logging system in 100% of operational scopes
- Identify all operational scopes requiring standardized logging
- Choose appropriate standardized logging system for implementation
- Deploy chosen system across all identified scopes
- KRAchieve 95% detection rate of security issues with enhanced monitoring tools
- Research and purchase advanced security monitoring tools
- Regularly test and adjust security parameters
- Train IT team on using enhanced monitoring tools
OKRs to complete online course to enhance tech lead skills
- ObjectiveComplete online course to enhance tech lead skills
- KRReceive positive feedback on improved tech lead capabilities from 4 team members
- Enhance tech lead skills through workshops and training
- Request feedback from team members
- Implement gained knowledge in ongoing projects
- KRApply learned strategies in 3 real-world projects or challenges
- Identify 3 current projects or challenges to apply learned strategies
- Implement learned strategies into each identified project
- Assess the effectiveness of applied strategies in each project
- KRSuccessfully finish all course modules with at least 85% score by week 8
- Regularly review and practice to reinforce knowledge
- Design a study schedule that covers all course modules
- Allocate at least 20 hours per week for focused studying
OKRs to enhance HR capabilities in conducting technical interviews
- ObjectiveEnhance HR capabilities in conducting technical interviews
- KRIncrease HR team's interview-to-offer ratio to 60% by end of next quarter
- Implement a thorough screening process before scheduling interviews
- Organize structured interview training for HR team
- Review and improve job descriptions for clarity
- KRProvide training to HR team on 10 technical concepts per month
- Identify essential technical concepts for HR team
- Schedule regular training sessions for HR team
- Develop engaging training materials for these concepts
- KRDevelop and implement a standardized technical interview process by week 6
- Identify core competencies needed for technical roles
- Create a standardized interview structure
- Train interviewers on the new process
OKRs to enhance the technical proficiency of adservice team
- ObjectiveEnhance the technical proficiency of adservice team
- KRImplement 3 innovative ad-service solutions, verified by user feedback
- Implement selected ad-services on the platform
- Gather and analyze user feedback for verification
- Research and select 3 innovative ad-service solutions
- KRReduce bug-response time by 20% compared to current quarter stats
- Schedule regular team bug-fixing sprints
- Implement a robust issue tracking and management system
- Offer training on effective problem-solving techniques
- KRComplete 2 technical workshops per developer by the end of quarter
- Track and confirm developers' workshop completions
- Identify relevant technical workshops for each developer
- Enroll developers in selected workshops
OKRs to enhance Operational Efficiency & Productivity of Legal Team
- ObjectiveEnhance Operational Efficiency & Productivity of Legal Team
- KRIncrease process automation by 30% to reduce manual legal tasks
- Train staff on utilizing automation tools effectively
- Invest in automation software targeting identified tasks
- Identify tasks suitable for automation within legal processes
- KRImplement 2 new productivity tools and train the team to proficiently utilise them
- Schedule and conduct training sessions for the team
- Identify 2 suitable productivity tools aligned with team needs
- Create comprehensive, user-friendly training materials for both tools
- KRAchieve a 20% improvement in meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets
- Conduct regular training sessions to enhance team performance
- Implement a system for regular monitoring and evaluation of KPIs
- Identify weak areas in current KPI tracking and create improvement strategies
OKRs to improve IT Tech retail store deployment through automation enhancements
- ObjectiveImprove IT Tech retail store deployment through automation enhancements
- KRIncrease automation efficiency by 25% via software upgrades and tools integration
- Implement chosen software upgrades and integrate tools
- Research and select appropriate software upgrades
- Identify areas of workflow that need automation improvement
- KRTrain 90% of project team on new automation tools to boost deployment speed
- Identify qualified trainers to teach the new automation tools
- Monitor and evaluate team members' mastery of the new tools
- Schedule training sessions for all project team members
- KRReduce manual intervention in deployments by 30% by automating repetitive tasks
- Research and implement automation tools
- Train staff in using these automation tools
- Identify repetitive tasks during deployments
OKRs to enhance Developer Quality
- ObjectiveEnhance Developer Quality
- KRFoster collaboration by establishing cross-functional teams to deliver one successful project
- Clearly define the roles and responsibilities of each team member to ensure clarity
- Facilitate regular communication and meetings among team members to encourage collaboration
- Identify key individuals from different departments to form cross-functional teams
- Provide the necessary resources and support to enable teams to successfully deliver the project
- KREnhance technical skills through monthly training sessions with at least 90% attendance
- Monitor and track attendance of each team member for training sessions
- Provide relevant and informative training materials for each session
- Communicate the importance of attending training sessions to all team members
- Establish a monthly schedule for training sessions
- KRIncrease code quality by implementing code review process and achieving an average rating of 4 out of 5
- Establish a designated code review team to review and provide constructive feedback on code submissions
- Implement a systematic code review process and ensure all code changes undergo thorough review
- Define clear coding guidelines and standards to be followed during the code review process
- Regularly measure and track the code review ratings, identifying areas of improvement and addressing them
- KRImprove efficiency by decreasing average bug fix time to less than 24 hours
OKRs to enhance efficiency of chargeback recovery process
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency of chargeback recovery process
- KRReduce chargeback dispute resolution time by at least 20%
- Streamline internal communication processes
- Conduct regular training for resolution team
- Implement automated dispute management software
- KRIncrease the percentage of successful chargeback recoveries by 30%
- Optimize communication with customers during disputes
- Implement rigorous dispute management procedures and policies
- Train staff on efficient chargeback handling strategies
- KRImplement a new chargeback automation system reducing manual tasks by 50%
- Research and select a suitable chargeback automation system
- Coordinate system installation and configure settings
- Train staff on new system usage and procedures
OKRs to improve IT service desk performance and customer satisfaction
- ObjectiveImprove IT service desk performance and customer satisfaction
- KRAchieve 90% customer satisfaction rating in user surveys
- Implement regular training for customer service team
- Develop customer-centric policies and strategies
- Establish a user feedback system post-service
- KRIncrease first contact resolution rate to 80%
- Implement a robust knowledge management system
- Regularly monitor and analyze resolution metrics
- Train customer service team on effective problem-solving techniques
- KRReduce average ticket resolution time by 20%
- Implement advanced ticket prioritization system
- Streamline communication processes within the team
- Provide comprehensive problem-solving training to staff
OKRs to improve efficiency and success rate of the technical sales support team
- ObjectiveImprove efficiency and success rate of the technical sales support team
- KRIncrease customer satisfaction rate by 20%
- Implement a comprehensive customer service training program
- Regularly update product or service based on customer feedback
- Launch a customer loyalty and rewards program
- KRAchieve a 15% reduction in response and resolution times
- Implement automated responses for commonly raised issues
- Assign urgent cases to seasoned team members
- Conduct regular team performance evaluations and feedback
- KRBoost upselling success rate by 10%
- Monitor and reward sales team members who successfully upsell products
- Identify top-selling products and strategically promote them
- Implement training programs focusing on upselling techniques for sales staff
How to write your own Tech Team Member 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.
- 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
- 2. Click on the "Generate goals using AI" button
- 3. Use natural language to describe 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.
- 1. Go to Tability's plan editor
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on "Generate analysis"
Tability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRsTability 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.
Tech Team Member 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.
How to track your Tech Team Member 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:
- 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.
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 Tech Team Member OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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- OKRs to establish a comprehensive Design System Foundation