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What are Business Analyst 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.

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 Business Analyst 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.

How to write your own Business Analyst 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.

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.

Business Analyst OKRs examples

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Business Analyst. 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 develop core skills for beginner business analyst

  • ObjectiveDevelop core skills for beginner business analyst
  • KRDeliver 3 industry-related analysis projects demonstrating key learned concepts
  • TaskIdentify relevant industry-related topics for analysis projects
  • TaskComplete and present all three analysis projects
  • TaskIncorporate key learned concepts into each project
  • KRComplete a certified business analyst training course with at least 85% score
  • TaskAim to achieve a final exam score of 85% or higher
  • TaskConsistently study course materials for comprehension
  • TaskEnroll in a certified business analyst training course
  • KRAttend 5 relevant industry webinars to improve networking and knowledge
  • TaskAttend and actively participate in each webinar
  • TaskRegister for the chosen webinars
  • TaskResearch and select 5 industry relevant webinars to attend

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
  • TaskIdentify 20 SAP S4 features useful to business operations
  • TaskDocument each feature's benefits in a comprehensive report
  • TaskResearch the functionalities and benefits of various SAP S4 features
  • KRCreate a detailed report highlighting the identified SAP S4 business benefits
  • TaskGather relevant data and statistics to substantiate each benefit
  • TaskIdentify the benefits associated with implementing SAP S4 in the business
  • TaskDraft a detailed report highlighting these benefits
  • KRInterview 10 companies currently using SAP S4 for concrete advantages
  • TaskIdentify 10 companies currently utilizing SAP S4
  • TaskConduct interviews focusing on SAP S4 advantages
  • TaskArrange interviews with the identified companies

OKRs to gain comprehensive knowledge about the agency operations in business

  • ObjectiveGain comprehensive knowledge about the agency operations in business
  • KRComplete three different business agency related online courses by top institutes
  • TaskResearch and select three top-rated business agency online courses
  • TaskRegularly study and complete each course
  • TaskEnroll in the selected online courses
  • KRConduct informational interviews with five successful business agents
  • TaskIdentify five successful business agents for interviews
  • TaskSchedule and conduct the individual interviews
  • TaskPrepare relevant questions regarding their business success
  • KRRead and comprehend 10 agency-based business case studies and summarize learnings

OKRs to enhance core skills and competency as a Business Analyst

  • ObjectiveEnhance core skills and competency as a Business Analyst
  • KRReceive client satisfaction rate of 90% or above in all assigned projects
  • TaskImplement regular client communication via emails and calls
  • TaskUnderstand and fulfill client project requirements accurately
  • TaskRegularly collect and analyze client feedback
  • KRDeliver 5 projects successfully utilizing new techniques learned from courses
  • TaskApply learned techniques strategically to each project
  • TaskEvaluate and fine-tune methodology for successful delivery
  • TaskIdentify suitable projects for new technique application
  • KRComplete 3 online courses related to data analytics and business intelligence
  • TaskComplete all course assignments and final exams for certification
  • TaskResearch and select three online courses in data analytics and business intelligence
  • TaskEnroll into and regularly attend the selected online courses

OKRs to enhance performance and productivity as a business analyst

  • ObjectiveEnhance performance and productivity as a business analyst
  • KRSteer 3 process improvement projects using data-driven insights
  • TaskImplement data collection methods to gather insights
  • TaskExecute improvements based on data analysis
  • TaskIdentify potential processes for improvement through initial analysis
  • KRIncrease reporting efficiency by upgrading to advanced analytical tools
  • TaskResearch and identify suitable advanced analytical tools
  • TaskAllocate budget for purchasing new software
  • TaskTrain employees on utilizing new tools effectively
  • KRDeliver 5 actionable reports per week with 90% accuracy
  • TaskGather necessary data for report creation daily
  • TaskThoroughly proofread each report before submission
  • TaskDedicate time each weekday to compile one report

OKRs to broaden creative and innovative capabilities in sales reporting analytics

  • ObjectiveBroaden creative and innovative capabilities in sales reporting analytics
  • KRImplement at least three new creative reporting strategies in daily work
  • TaskSelect three innovative reporting strategies to apply
  • TaskIntegrate new strategies into daily reporting tasks
  • TaskResearch latest trends and tools in creative reporting strategies
  • KRComplete two online courses on innovative business analysis techniques by quarter-end
  • TaskSchedule and dedicate time for coursework completion
  • TaskEnroll in selected online courses
  • TaskResearch and select two suitable online business analysis courses
  • KRImprove existing sales reports by incorporating data visualization techniques learned
  • TaskTest and adjust new visual elements for user-friendliness
  • TaskReview learned data visualization techniques and their applications
  • TaskApply appropriate visual techniques to enhance current sales reports

OKRs to enhance understanding of royalty structures in business contexts

  • ObjectiveEnhance understanding of royalty structures in business contexts
  • KRInterview 3 professionals in the field of royalties in businesses
  • TaskDraft relevant interview questions tailored for each professional
  • TaskIdentify three professionals in the royalties business field
  • TaskSchedule and conduct the three interviews
  • KRRead and summarise 5 books related to business royalties
  • TaskWrite a concise summary for each book
  • TaskSelect and procure 5 relevant books about business royalties
  • TaskCarefully read and interpret each book
  • KRDevelop and present a detailed report on the role of royalties in business
  • TaskPrepare a presentation highlighting report findings
  • TaskResearch the significance and mechanism of royalties in business
  • TaskCompile gathered data into a comprehensive report

OKRs to enhance business analysis skills and strategies

  • ObjectiveEnhance business analysis skills and strategies
  • KRImprove current project efficiency by 15% using new business analysis techniques
  • TaskImplement effective techniques into current project workflow
  • TaskMonitor and measure impact on project efficiency
  • TaskResearch latest business analysis techniques suitable for the project
  • KRDeliver 1 impactful presentation on learned business analysis concepts to team
  • TaskDevelop a presentation on key business analysis concepts
  • TaskPractice presentation for cogent verbal delivery
  • TaskSchedule a team meeting to present findings
  • KRComplete 2 relevant professional courses in business analysis
  • TaskIdentify two professional courses in business analysis
  • TaskRegister for the selected courses
  • TaskConscientiously finish and complete both courses

OKRs to enhance innovation manager's mastery of business requirements

  • ObjectiveEnhance innovation manager's mastery of business requirements
  • KRComplete 3 advanced courses on business requirements analysis by quarter-end
  • TaskComplete all coursework by quarter-end
  • TaskEnroll in these courses immediately
  • TaskSelect 3 advanced courses on business requirements analysis
  • KRShow 30% improvement in speed and precision of drafting business requirement documents
  • TaskUse standardized templates to ensure consistent quality
  • TaskAttend workshops on efficient business requirement drafting
  • TaskPractice time management skills for quicker drafting
  • KRInspect and accurately identify business requirements in 5 real-case scenarios
  • TaskReview company documents to understand existing business processes
  • TaskAnalyze and document findings from five case scenarios
  • TaskConduct interviews with stakeholders to identify needs

OKRs to participate in project formulation and business case development

  • ObjectiveParticipate in project formulation and business case development
  • KRContribute towards developing 2 business cases impacting project decisions
  • TaskIdentify key objectives for each proposed business case
  • TaskLay out potential impacts on project decisions
  • TaskPrepare detailed presentations summarizing each case
  • KRGain proficient understanding of 4 unique business case models
  • TaskResearch and study 4 diverse business case models
  • TaskAnalyze strengths and weaknesses of each model
  • TaskApply learned concepts to real-world business scenarios
  • KREngage in 3 distinct project formulation processes by end of the quarter
  • TaskIdentify potential projects to formulate
  • TaskOutline the key objectives for each project
  • TaskFinalize and document all project plans

Business Analyst 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

Focus can only be achieve by limiting the number of competing priorities. It is crucial that you take the time to identify where you need to move the needle, and avoid adding business-as-usual activities to your 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

Having good goals is only half the effort. You'll get significant more value from your OKRs if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

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 Business Analyst OKRs

Quarterly OKRs should have weekly updates to get all the benefits from the framework. Reviewing progress periodically has several advantages:

Most teams should start with a spreadsheet if they're using OKRs for the first time. Then, once you get comfortable you can graduate to a proper OKRs-tracking tool.

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 Business Analyst OKR templates

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