15 customisable OKR examples for Management
What are Management 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 Management 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.
Building your own Management OKRs with AI
While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI generator below or our more complete goal-setting system to generate your own OKRs.
Feel free to explore our tools:
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Our customisable Management OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Management. 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!
1. OKRs to to excel in autonomous project management
To excel in autonomous project management
Complete 100% of projects within the designated timeframe and budget
Prioritize projects based on deadlines and budget parameters
Consistently monitor progress towards project goals
Efficiently manage resources and time allocation
Implement 3 new innovative project management methods to improve efficiency
Research latest innovative project management methodologies
Select and plan implementation of three methods
Train staff on new techniques and monitor efficiency impacts
Improve project success rate by 20% through streamlined decision making
Review and revise current project management processes
Invest in decision-making training for project leads
Implement a clear decision-making hierarchy within project teams
2. OKRs to improve time management and task prioritization
Improve time management and task prioritization
Increase productivity by completing 90% of priority tasks
Minimize distractions by creating a focused work environment
Use time blocking techniques to allocate dedicated time for priority tasks
Set clear and specific goals for each priority task
Prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance
Develop a daily schedule that ensures adequate time allocation for important tasks
Regularly review and adjust the daily schedule to ensure optimal time allocation
Minimize distractions by setting boundaries and establishing designated work areas or times
Allocate specific time blocks for each important task in the daily schedule
Identify and prioritize important tasks based on urgency and importance
Reduce time wasted on low-value activities by 50%
Identify low-value activities through a comprehensive analysis of daily tasks
Delegate low-value activities to appropriate team members for increased productivity
Implement time management techniques, such as prioritizing tasks and setting realistic deadlines
Continuously review and optimize processes to eliminate or automate low-value activities
Attend time management training to learn effective techniques
Research and find a suitable time management training program
Enroll in the selected time management training course
Implement and practice the learned time management techniques consistently
Actively participate and engage in all training sessions
3. OKRs to enhance proficiency in time management
Enhance proficiency in time management
Implement a daily scheduling routine and adhere to it 90% of the time
Set reminders for each scheduled task
Review and adjust the routine weekly
Create a daily schedule outlining tasks and times
Complete online time management course by mid-quarter
Complete the online time management course
Register for the online time management course
Dedicate regular weekly hours for course study
Reduce weekly wasted time by half assessed via a time tracking tool
Implement a time tracking tool to monitor weekly activities
Identify areas of wasted time and inefficiency
Develop new routines to streamline workload
4. OKRs to improve effectiveness of vendor management as a recruiter
Improve effectiveness of vendor management as a recruiter
Decrease vendor-related issues by 30%
Foster better communication with vendors
Monitor and assess vendor performance regularly
Implement a more effective vendor selection process
Improve satisfaction rate in regular vendor surveys by 15%
Develop a vendor appreciation scheme
Evaluate and improve current vendor management procedures
Implement regular feedback sessions with vendors
Increase number of reliable vendors by 20%
Research and identify potential, reputable industry vendors
Negotiate contracts and onboard qualified vendors
Initiate contact and vet new vendors for reliability
5. OKRs to enhance risk management in the finance department
Enhance risk management in the finance department
Decrease risk-related financial losses by 15%
Strengthen internal audit procedures
Provide staff training on risk management
Implement regular financial risk assessment strategies
Develop and train staff on 3 new risk mitigation strategies
Identify and outline 3 new risk mitigation strategies
Prepare a comprehensive training program around these strategies
Schedule and conduct training sessions for staff
Implement risk assessment tools to identify 20% more financial risks
Choose appropriate risk assessment tools
Train staff on proper tool usage
Monitor and measure effectiveness regularly
6. OKRs to implement service management for new work stream
Implement service management for new work stream
Identify and train a dedicated service management team by week 4
Begin team training by week 4
Develop a comprehensive training plan for newly hired team
Hire service management professionals suitable for the team
Achieve 95% satisfaction rate in client feedback for the new service management operation by week 12
Solicit, analyze, and apply client feedback weekly
Implement thorough employee training on service management
Regularly assess and adjust client-communication strategies
Develop and implement a comprehensive service management plan by week 8
Draft comprehensive service management plan
Identify current service management gaps
Implement plan by week 8
7. OKRs to optimize vendor management for talent acquisition
Optimize vendor management for talent acquisition
Implement a standardized assessment system for all vendors
Develop criteria for a standardized vendor assessment system
Train team members on the new assessment process
Deploy the newly standardized assessment system with all vendors
Reduce hiring time by 15% by streamlining vendor processes
Implement streamlined software for more efficient vendor communication
Regularly evaluate and update vendor process checkpoints
Incorporate automatic tracking for vendors' performance
Increase vendor success rate by 20% through performance tracking and feedback
Set measurable, achievable performance goals for vendors
Regularly provide constructive feedback to vendors
Implement a comprehensive performance tracking system for all vendors
8. OKRs to develop a robust vendor management framework
Develop a robust vendor management framework
Train 75% of procurement team in using the new vendor management system
Schedule vendor management system training sessions
Identify which team members require training
Evaluate training effectiveness post-completion
Identify and categorize 100% of existing vendors by end of quarter
Develop categorization criteria based on vendor parameters
Compile a comprehensive list of all existing vendors
Sort each vendor into the corresponding categories
Implement vendor evaluation criteria for 60% of categorized vendors
Develop evaluation criteria based on industry standards
Apply evaluation criteria and analyze results
Identify top categories for 60% of our vendors
9. OKRs to enhance data centralization for data-driven management support
Enhance data centralization for data-driven management support
Train 90% of management personnel on using the new data management system effectively
Schedule training sessions for all management personnel
Identify qualified trainers knowledgeable in the new system
Monitor and assess personnel's competency post-training
Implement a centralized data management system improving accessibility by 50%
Implement new system and staff training programs
Evaluate current data management systems and identify accessibility issues
Select and procure a centralized data management system
Increase the data accuracy and reliability in the new system by 70%
Regularly update and cleanse data to maintain accuracy
Implement data validation rules to minimize entry errors
Conduct routine system testing and error checking sessions
10. OKRs to boost capabilities in efficient time management
Boost capabilities in efficient time management
Reduce procrastination and wasted time to less than one hour per workday
Limit social media use during work hours
Prioritize tasks using a to-do list
Set specific, manageable daily goals and deadlines for tasks
Successfully complete 100% of projects earlier than the deadline indicated
Periodically revisit timelines and adjust as necessary
Start projects early to maximise working timeframe
Improve efficiency with consistent daily progress
Read and finish at least two industry-recognized books on time management strategies
Choose two reputable time management books
Summarize key time management strategies learned
Create a reading schedule to meet deadline
11. OKRs to enhance adaptability in changing scenarios
Enhance adaptability in changing scenarios
Successfully adapt to at least three unforeseen changes without disrupting workflow
Regularly practice stress management techniques
Develop and maintain mental agility for unexpected situations
Implement robust contingency plans for various scenarios
Complete an online course in Change Management for skill enhancement
Research and select a highly-rated Change Management online course
Enroll in chosen online Change Management course
Dedicate consistent time daily to complete course modules
Define and implement a change management process by end of Quarter
Develop a comprehensive change management plan
Implement and monitor the proposed plan
Identify necessary changes based on company objectives
12. OKRs to improve efficacy and quality of nurse case management
Improve efficacy and quality of nurse case management
Achieve 15% increase in satisfaction rates from patient feedback surveys
Implement staff training on communication and patient engagement skills
Regularly monitor patient feedback and make necessary adjustments
Enhance the patient’s experience and care services
Implement 2 new tracking protocols for patient case progression by end of quarter
Develop detailed implementation plans for selected protocols
Identify and research two new tracking protocols for patient case progression
Train staff on new protocols and put into practice
Successfully complete 100% of case management documentation with zero errors
Review all documentation guidelines and requirements regularly
Use digital tools for quicker, more accurate documentation
Prioritize error checking and proofreading all documents
13. OKRs to improve software engineering skills through effective time management
Improve software engineering skills through effective time management
Increase the number of completed coding tasks by 20% each week
Identify and address any obstacles or challenges that may hinder coding task completion
Enhance collaboration and communication among team members for efficient task completion
Provide regular feedback and support to assist in completing coding tasks
Set clear and achievable coding task goals for each team member
Improve adherence to project deadlines by delivering work on time in 90% of cases
Implement effective communication strategies to address obstacles and ensure timely completion
Set clear and realistic deadlines for each project task
Prioritize tasks and create a detailed schedule to ensure timely delivery
Regularly track progress and provide updates to stakeholders to maintain accountability
Reduce time spent on non-essential activities by 15% during work hours
Set specific time limits for non-essential tasks to ensure efficient completion
Prioritize and eliminate non-essential activities based on their impact and importance
Identify non-essential activities taking up significant time during work hours
Regularly assess and adjust the allocation of time to non-essential activities as needed
Attend and actively participate in at least 2 time management workshops or webinars
Research and identify 2 time management workshops or webinars
Apply the learned time management techniques in daily activities for improved efficiency
Take thorough notes during the workshops or webinars for future reference
Register for the selected workshops or webinars to secure a spot
14. OKRs to improve risk management in the editorial department
Improve risk management in the editorial department
Conduct training on risk management for 100% of the editorial staff
Schedule a suitable training date for editorial staff
Communicate training details and expectations to staff
Identify a risk management expert for training session
Reduce errors within outgoing pieces by 30% through stringent quality control measures
Regularly review and improve quality control processes
Implement comprehensive training in quality control techniques
Develop a detailed checklist to inspect outgoing pieces
Implement a comprehensive risk assessment tool by end of the quarter
Assign development team to create the tool
Plan tests to evaluate tool efficacy
Identify necessary features for the risk assessment tool
15. OKRs to establish robust autonomy and project management systems
Establish robust autonomy and project management systems
Train 70% of the team members in autonomous decision-making and problem-solving
Identify team members needing autonomous decision-making training
Develop an effective training program on decision-making
Implement and monitor the training for select team members
Implement a suitable project management software for 100% of ongoing projects
Train staff on new software usage
Research various project management software options
Purchase and install chosen project management software
Achieve 30% reduction in project deadline delays due to better management control
Provide staff with targeted management training
Establish daily progress tracking system
Implement standardized project management procedures
Management OKR best practices to boost success
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.
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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.
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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 turn your Management OKRs in a strategy map
OKRs without regular progress updates are just KPIs. You'll need to update progress on your OKRs every week to get the full 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
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 a proper OKR-tracking tool for it.
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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 Management OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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OKRs to build an Enterprise Sales effort
OKRs to improve stakeholder engagement and communication plan to enhance project success
OKRs resources
Here are a list of resources to help you adopt the Objectives and Key Results framework.
- To learn: What is the meaning of OKRs
- Blog posts: ODT Blog
- Success metrics: KPIs examples
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