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tability.ioWhat are Technology 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 Technology. 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.
Technology OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Technology 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 internal auditing effectiveness for technology in the organization
ObjectiveEnhance internal auditing effectiveness for technology in the organization
KRReduce technology-related non-compliance issues by 20%
Implement regular technology compliance training sessions- Upgrade security software to minimize breach risks
- Conduct frequent audits of technology use
- KRUpskill 75% of the audit team in advanced technology-focused auditing procedures
- Schedule and implement training sessions
- Develop or source relevant training programs
- Identify needed technology-focused auditing procedures
- KRImplement a new, comprehensive audit software across the department by quarter-end
- Identify key features needed in new audit software
- Train all department staff on new software
- Select and purchase suitable audit software
OKRs to drive company transformation through HR technology and leadership model redesign
- ObjectiveDrive company transformation through HR technology and leadership model redesign
- KRTrain 95% of staff on the new HR tech systems by end of quarter
- Schedule HR tech systems training sessions for all staff members
- Provide additional training for those who missed initial sessions
- Monitor and record participation in training sessions
- KRDeploy new HR technology systems to 100% of departments
- Select and procure new HR technology systems
- Implement and test new systems across all departments
- Identify current HR technology systems in all departments
- KRDesign and implement a new leadership model in at least 3 departments
- Identify key qualities for the new leadership model
- Monitor and evaluate implemented changes
- Train department heads in this model
OKRs to amplify brand visibility of our SaaS technology through an Account-Based Marketing strategy
- ObjectiveAmplify brand visibility of our SaaS technology through an Account-Based Marketing strategy
- KRAchieve 15% increase in website traffic via personalized email marketing campaigns
- Analyze and adjust campaigns based on metrics
- Identify target audience for personalized email marketing
- Develop engaging, personalized email content
- KRSecure at least 10 qualified leads from top-tier target accounts each month
- Initiate contact and nurture relationships with leads
- Identify and research top-tier target accounts
- Develop personalized outreach strategies for each account
- KRGarner a 30% increase in social media following through targeted content promotion
- Identify and analyze the audience's content interests
- Develop and implement a tailored content strategy
- Regularly monitor and optimize content performance
OKRs to innovate healthcare to improve human well-being
- ObjectiveInnovate healthcare to improve human well-being
- KREstablish partnerships with five health technology companies for collaborative research
- Identify potential health technology companies for partnership
- Send partnership proposals detailing collaborative research
- Negotiate partnership agreement terms
- KRObtain regulatory approvals for two new healthcare products designed for well-being
- Complete all documentation for the regulatory submission
- Submit the new products to regulatory bodies
- Address feedback from the regulatory bodies promptly
- KRDevelop a prototype for a healthcare app aiming at patient comfort by 20%
- Develop initial design and functionality parameters for the app prototype
- Initiate the coding and testing phases for the app prototype
- Conduct user research on existing healthcare apps for patient comfort features
OKRs to start production of lycopene from tomatoes using innovative technology
- ObjectiveStart production of lycopene from tomatoes using innovative technology
- KRInstall new machinery enabling innovative tomato lycopene extraction by end of period
- Set up training and testing for machinery utilization
- Procure necessary machinery for tomato lycopene extraction
- Schedule installation of the new extraction machinery
- KREnsure team is fully trained on new extraction process within the first month
- Organize reinforcement training based on assessment results
- Schedule initial training sessions on the new extraction process
- Develop and implement a process competency assessment
- KRAchieve a successful first run of lycopene production, delivering 1000 units
- Identify suitable lycopene production conditions and methods
- Scale up production to 1000 units and deliver
- Test the production process through small-scale trials
OKRs to enhance the organization's information technology efficiency and security
- ObjectiveEnhance the organization's information technology efficiency and security
- KRIncrease IT systems uptime to 99.9% across all operations
- Introduce proactive system performance monitoring
- Regularly update and patch all software systems
- Implement robust and diverse backup servers for essential systems
- KRImplement multi-factor authentication for 90% of users to enhance security
- Guide users through the multi-factor adoption process
- Choose a suitable multi-factor authentication system
- Identify and classify users based on access levels and security requirements
- KRDecrease system-related user complaints by 30% through proactive IT support improvements
- Enhance technical troubleshooting protocols
- Implement continuous monitoring for system performance
- Develop comprehensive IT support training programs
OKRs to enhance efficiency in the Human Capital department
- ObjectiveEnhance efficiency in the Human Capital department
- KRReduce average timeline for recruitment and hiring process by 15%
- Implement efficient interview scheduling techniques
- Improve job listings for target candidate attraction
- Streamline the application review process
- KRTrain 100% of the Human Capital team in lean management techniques
- Identify suitable lean management training programs
- Monitor the team's progress and understanding throughout training
- Organize the training schedule for the team
- KRImplement new time-saving HR tech tools that reduce administrative processing time by 30%
- Train HR team on the usage of new tech tools
- Track and evaluate resulting administrative processing time
- Research and identify suitable HR tech tools for implementation
OKRs to upgrade technology for improved service delivery
- ObjectiveUpgrade technology for improved service delivery
- KRFacilitate 100% access to necessary software and tools
- Purchase licenses and install prerequisite software
- Provide training for software utilization
- Identify necessary software and tools for all team members
- KRImprove customer satisfaction rate by 20% due to enhanced service capability
- Implement service upgrades across various touchpoints
- Train staff in advanced customer service techniques
- Collect, analyze, and respond to customer feedback
- KRIncrease personnel's technical training participation by 50%
- Offer incentives for completed technical training programs
- Implement a mandatory technical training schedule for all personnel
- Introduce interactive, engaging technical training methods
OKRs to capture new tech trends in education and learning
- ObjectiveCapture new tech trends in education and learning
- KRPublish 5 articles analyzing the impact of these trends in relevant education forums
- Write 5 detailed articles on analyzed trends
- Identify and post articles on relevant education forums
- Research and analyze 5 current trends in education
- KRAttend two industry related, reputable webinars or conferences monthly
- Research and note down industry-related, reputable webinars or conferences
- Attend and participate in selected events
- Register for chosen webinars or conferences
- KRIdentify and document 15 emerging tech trends in education by end of quarter
- Document each tech trend in detail
- Analyze and shortlist 15 emerging tech trends
- Research current trends in educational technology field
OKRs to increase revenue through client acquisition using technology tools
- ObjectiveIncrease revenue through client acquisition using technology tools
- KRAchieve a customer satisfaction score of 90% through improved customer support and service
- Implement a customer feedback system to continuously gather insights and measure satisfaction
- Streamline customer support processes and reduce response time to ensure prompt resolution of issues
- Regularly analyze customer feedback data to identify trends, patterns, and areas of improvement
- Provide comprehensive training to customer support agents to enhance their communication and problem-solving skills
- KRIncrease website traffic by 20% through targeted digital marketing campaigns
- Conduct thorough keyword research to identify high-traffic and relevant search terms
- Utilize targeted online ads and promotions to attract specific demographics and increase conversions
- Optimize website content and meta tags to improve search engine visibility
- Create engaging blog posts and social media content to drive organic traffic
- KRImprove conversion rate by 15% through UX/UI optimization and A/B testing
- Implement responsive design to improve user experience across mobile and desktop devices
- Redesign landing page layout to emphasize key call-to-action elements
- Conduct A/B tests for different color schemes to determine optimal visual appeal
- Analyze user behavior and identify pain points in the current UX/UI design
- KRIncrease average transaction value by 10% through upselling and cross-selling strategies
- Implement personalized product recommendations based on customer preferences and buying history
- Train sales team on effective upselling and cross-selling techniques
- Increase visibility of high-margin products by promoting them at checkout or online
- Offer bundled packages at a discounted price to encourage larger purchases
How to write your own Technology 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.
Technology 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 Technology OKRs
Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the 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
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 Technology OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.