12 OKR examples for It Administrator

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 It Administrator 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 more about the OKR meaning online.

Best practices for OKR

Your objectives should be ambitious, but achievable. Your key results should be measurable and time-bound. It can also be helfpul to list strategic initiatives under your key results, as it'll help you avoid the common mistake of listing projects in your KRs.

Building your own OKRs with AI

While we have some examples below, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. There are 2 options available to you.

- Use our free OKRs generator
- Use Tability, a complete platform to set and track OKRs and initiatives – including a GPT-4 powered goal generator

How to track OKRs

Your quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly in order to get all the benefits of the OKRs framework.

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.

We recommend Tability for an easy way to set and track OKRs with your team.

Check out the 5 best OKR tracking templates to find the best way to monitor progress during the quarter.

It Administrator OKRs templates

You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results for It Administrator.

OKRs to improve the reliability and efficiency of IT Infrastructure

Improve the reliability and efficiency of IT Infrastructure
Decrease system downtime by 30% through proactive maintenance and upgrades
Develop a regular schedule for proactive maintenance and system check-ups
Implement latest upgrades and patches in a timely manner
Monitor system metrics regularly to spot potential failures
Improve incident response time by 20% for high-severity issues
Simplify processes for faster issue resolution
Train staff on efficient incident response protocol
Implement an alert system for high-severity issues
Implement a new automation system reducing manual tasks by 25%
Train employees on new automation system usage
Select appropriate automation software or tool
Identify processes suitable for automation within the company

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OKRs to ensure successful application and data migration with improved system stability and availability

Ensure successful application and data migration with improved system stability and availability
Decrease system downtime by 50% compared to previous migrations
Develop improved system recovery strategies
Upgrade to more reliable, updated hardware
Implement regular preventive maintenance schedules
Transfer 100% of data accurately and on time
Identify and organize relevant data for transfer
Set up reliable, efficient transfer processes
Monitor transfer to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Achieve 99.9% uptime for migrated applications
Optimize load balancing and fault tolerance mechanisms
Regularly conduct preventative maintenance to minimize downtime
Implement robust monitoring and alerting mechanisms for applications

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OKRs to improve Identity Access Management for large scale clients

Improve Identity Access Management for large scale clients
Reduce access credential errors by 20%
Introduce regular password update reminders for employees
Implement a comprehensive access credential training program
Upgrade access security software to reduce login errors
Implement two-factor authentication for 90% of big customers
Deploy system to selected clients
Develop and test two-factor authentication system
Identify 90% of biggest clients requiring two-factor authentication
Increase security incident response speed by 30%
Train staff in faster threat identification procedures
Implement automated threat detection and response tools
Streamline incident reporting and escalation processes

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OKRs to ensure optimal functionality of database servers through routine checks

Ensure optimal functionality of database servers through routine checks
Achieve 99.9% data accuracy on servers by implementing monthly data validation tests
Regularly analyze and improve testing process
Establish data validation testing procedures
Train staff on implementing these tests
Increase database performance by 15% by optimizing weekly server health checks
Implement weekly database re-indexing to improve speed
Update server maintenance protocols to optimize efficiency
Analyze previous server health reports for performance bottlenecks
Decrease server downtime by 20% through timely identification and fixing of problems
Schedule regular server maintenance
Train IT team on prompt issue resolution
Implement automated downtime alert system

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OKRs to decommission all identified systems by 2024

Decommission all identified systems by 2024
Conduct final review to ensure all decommissioned systems are properly shut down
Document final review findings
Confirm cessation of systems via verification protocols
Identify all systems slated for decommission
Successfully decommission 50% of identified systems by end of quarter
Execute decommissioning safely and efficiently
Identify essential vs. non-essential systems for business operations
Develop a detailed decommissioning plan and schedule
Complete inventory of all systems slated for decommission by end of quarter
Finalize and document inventory report
Conduct thorough inventory of these systems
Identify all systems scheduled for decommissioning

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OKRs to reduce IT support response time by 20%

Improve IT support response time
Increase number of available support agents
Monitor and optimize resolution time for all support tickets
Enhance employee IT training to reduce basic inquiries
Implement a new ticketing system for faster response

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OKRs to enhance the organization's cybersecurity infrastructure

Enhance the organization's cybersecurity infrastructure
Implement multi-factor authentication for all internal systems by the end of Q2
Implement selected multi-factor authentication solution
Assess current authentication methods across all systems
Identify suitable multi-factor authentication solutions
Conduct cybersecurity training programs for 90% of employees
Identify the key cybersecurity principles for training content
Organize training schedules for employees
Evaluate post-training comprehension and application
Carry out system vulnerability assessment every week to spot and fix any gaps
Implement necessary fixes to detected vulnerabilities immediately
Analyze assessment results to identify security gaps
Schedule weekly system vulnerability assessments

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OKRs to implement robust data backup and recovery

Ensure reliable data backup and recovery
Implement offsite backup and test disaster recovery procedures
Increase backup frequency and reduce recovery time
Train staff on backup best practices and conduct regular audits
Improve documentation and communication around backup processes

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OKRs to ensure High Uptime

Ensure High Uptime
Reduce system downtime by 20% through proactive maintenance and timely issue resolution
Establish a real-time monitoring system to detect and address potential issues promptly
Conduct regular training sessions for staff to enhance their technical troubleshooting skills
Implement regular equipment inspections and perform preventative maintenance at scheduled intervals
Develop a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for efficient problem identification and resolution
Achieve 100% success rate in scheduled maintenance activities with minimal impact on uptime
Streamline and optimize maintenance procedures for increased efficiency and reduced downtime
Regularly assess and update maintenance schedules to ensure optimal timing and resource allocation
Provide comprehensive training for maintenance staff to enhance their skills and knowledge base
Implement a proactive maintenance strategy to identify and prevent potential issues beforehand
Improve response time by 15% by optimizing server configurations and network infrastructure
Assess network infrastructure to identify areas for improvement and optimize network configurations
Optimize server settings and allocate resources efficiently based on the analysis findings
Conduct a thorough analysis of the server configurations to identify potential inefficiencies
Implement recommended changes to server configurations and network infrastructure for enhanced response time
Increase monitoring coverage by implementing automated alerts for potential service disruptions
Develop automated alert system based on identified metrics and criteria
Implement and integrate automated alert system into existing monitoring infrastructure
Test and validate automated alert system for accuracy and effectiveness
Identify key metrics and criteria for potential service disruptions