15 customisable OKR examples for Operations Cost
What are Operations Cost OKRs?
The OKR acronym stands for Objectives and Key Results. It's a goal-setting framework that was introduced at Intel by Andy Grove in the 70s, and it became popular after John Doerr introduced it to Google in the 90s. OKRs helps teams has a shared language to set ambitious goals and track progress towards them.
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.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Operations Cost 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.
Building your own Operations Cost 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 Operations Cost OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Operations Cost 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!
1. OKRs to achieve significant reduction in operations cost
Achieve significant reduction in operations cost
Decrease monthly overhead expenses by at least 10%
Identify and eliminate unnecessary services or subscriptions
Negotiate lower costs with vendors or suppliers
Implement energy-efficient practices in office operations
Procure 20% of materials from lower-cost suppliers without compromising quality
Transition 20% of orders to selected suppliers
Conduct sample tests to ensure material quality
Identify potential lower-cost suppliers with high-quality materials
Implement automation in 3 operations processes to save labor cost
Identify 3 operations processes suitable for automation
Research and select suitable automation software
Train staff on new automation tools
2. OKRs to increase cost management efficiency for people and operations
Increase cost management efficiency for people and operations
Implement cost tracking system to monitor and analyze spend across departments
Train department heads in cost tracking system usage
Launch system and begin monitoring departmental expenses
Select cost tracking software suitable for our business needs
Train managers on cost management best practices to mitigate overspending
Follow-up on training effectiveness and changes
Identify experts to guide practice implementation
Arrange cost management training seminars for managers
Reduce operational costs by 10% through process optimization and automation
Conduct a thorough assessment of current operational processes
Implement process optimization and automation strategies
Identify inefficiencies and areas for automation
3. OKRs to achieve substantial operational cost reduction
Achieve substantial operational cost reduction
Implement automation in 3 high-cost operational activities to improve efficiency
Implement and monitor the automation processes
Design suitable automation strategies for each operation
Identify 3 high-cost operations prone to automation
Reduce operational expenses by 15% through process optimization and waste reduction
Identify and eliminate inefficient operational processes
Train staff on optimized workflow processes
Implement waste reduction measures across all departments
Reduce third-party vendor costs by renegotiating contracts and exploring alternative suppliers
Research and evaluate alternative suppliers
Develop and implement cost-effective contracts with new vendors
Initiate negotiations for current vendor contracts
4. OKRs to streamline and expedite cost allocation computation process
Streamline and expedite cost allocation computation process
Decrease computation process by 30% through automation or process enhancement
Design and implement automation scripts or software
Identify areas where automation can reduce computational processes
Evaluate and tweak enhancements for optimal efficiency
Successfully complete 100% of cost allocation computations by day 3
Review and finalize computations by day 3
Start cost allocation computations on day 1
Dedicate sufficient time and staff to computations
Develop a plan to optimize the computation method within the first 2 weeks
Identify current computation inefficiencies
Implement and test the chosen method
Research alternative, optimized computation methods
5. OKRs to boost the overall sales in the upcoming quarter
Boost the overall sales in the upcoming quarter
Grow the customer base by 20% resulting in increased purchases
Improve product offerings to stimulate higher demand
Launch targeted marketing campaigns to attract new customers
Implement a referral program to incentivize existing customers
Reduce operational costs by 15% to increase net income
Review and analyze current operational expenses
Implement cost-reduction strategies across operations
Identify cost-saving opportunities in processes
Implement a new upselling strategy to enhance average transaction value by 10%
Monitor and track sales data to assess strategy effectiveness
Train sales team to effectively execute the new upselling strategy
Develop a new upselling strategy targeting high-value products or services
6. OKRs to implement cost savings/automation initiative
Implement cost savings/automation initiative
Develop detailed implementation plan for chosen initiative by week 8
Identify objectives and deliverables of the chosen initiative
Assign roles and responsibilities related to the plan
Develop comprehensive timeline for each task by week 8
Identify 3 potential areas for cost savings/automation by week 4
Review current expenditures to identify key cost areas
Analyse processes for potential automation
Identify inefficiencies within procedures
Achieve 10% cost reduction or time savings via the implemented initiative by week 12
Set clear goals for the initiative focusing on cost reduction
Adapt and improve strategies according to progress
Regularly track and evaluate the initiative's performance
7. OKRs to minimise and optimise operational expenditure effectively
Minimise and optimise operational expenditure effectively
Increase operational efficiency by 15% through the utilisation of lean methodologies
Train team in lean methodologies and continuous improvement principles
Continuously monitor, measure and adjust for improved efficiency
Implement lean tools, such as 5S, to optimize processes
Implement at least 3 cost-saving initiatives within various departments
Develop and present cost-saving initiative proposals
Identify potential cost-saving areas in different departments
Implement selected cost-saving strategies in respective departments
Achieve a 10% reduction in total operational costs without compromising output quality
Negotiate lower prices with vendors
Implement lean processes to reduce waste
Evaluate and optimize energy usage for cost efficiency
8. OKRs to boost profitability via disciplined revenue and expense management
Boost profitability via disciplined revenue and expense management
Increase quarterly revenue by 10% through strategic sales initiatives
Develop and implement a comprehensive sales training program
Optimize pricing strategy for improved profitability
Identify and target high-revenue potential clients
Decrease operating costs by 15% via efficiency improvements
Streamline supply chain to reduce excess waste
Identify non-essential operations that can be terminated or outsourced
Implement energy efficient technology in the office
Achieve a consistent 20% profit margin throughout the upcoming quarter
Upsell and cross-sell to increase profits
Analyze previous quarters to identify profitable strategies
Streamline business operations to reduce expenses
9. OKRs to boost the company's overall revenue
Boost the company's overall revenue
Increase product sales by 15%
Enhance product visibility on online platforms
Develop and implement targeted marketing strategies
Improve customer engagement and feedback process
Decrease operational costs by 10%
Implement energy efficiency measures across all departments
Negotiate better terms with suppliers and vendors
Trim down unnecessary staff overtime
Launch 2 new profitable products
Finalize and launch the new products
Develop marketing strategy for new products
Identify and research potential profitable products
10. OKRs to improve cost efficiency through optimal resource allocation
Improve cost efficiency through optimal resource allocation
Reduce waste in resource allocation by identifying and eliminating non-essential expenses by 20%
Implement and monitor the expense reduction plan
Identify non-essential expenses in current resource allocation
Create a plan to reduce these expenses by 20%
Reduce overall operational costs by 10% through careful cost monitoring and control
Implement regular audits to identify unnecessary expenses
Enforce strict budgeting and reduce waste
Introduce cost tracking systems in all departments
Increase resource utilization rate by 15% while maintaining performance quality
Implement efficient resource allocation strategies
Provide regular training for optimal resource utilization
Monitor and optimize resource usage regularly
11. OKRs to optimize delivery operations to save costs
Optimize delivery operations to save costs
Reduce average delivery distance by 10% using route optimization
Implement advanced route optimization software
Prioritize orders based on geographical location
Train drivers on efficient routing methods
Lower fuel consumption by 15% through efficient vehicle usage
Implement routine vehicle maintenance checks
Redefine routes for maximum fuel efficiency
Train drivers in fuel-efficient driving techniques
Cut delivery overtime hours by 20% through better schedule management
Provide schedule management training for delivery personnel
Develop efficient delivery routes to cut travel time
Implement a strict tracking system for delivery timelines
12. OKRs to maximize revenue from current business operations
Maximize revenue from current business operations
Upsell or cross-sell products or services to 20% of current customers
Train sales team in upselling and cross-selling techniques
Design and deploy targeted marketing campaigns
Analyze purchasing trends of current customers for upsell opportunities
Enhance customer retention rates by 15% to boost recurring revenue
Improve customer service response times and efficiency
Regularly solicit and act upon customer feedback
Implement loyalty programs to reward frequent purchases
Increase profit margins by 10% through cost reduction strategies
Negotiate with vendors for more favorable supply deals
Identify areas for potential cost savings in operations
Implement energy-saving policies to reduce utility costs
13. OKRs to streamline financial processes for enhanced profit growth
Streamline financial processes for enhanced profit growth
Increase net profit margin by 10% through operational efficiencies
Increase pricing strategy efficiency to boost profit
Streamline supply chain to reduce operational expenses
Implement cost-saving measures in production processes
Improve financial forecasting accuracy by 15% through use of advanced analytics
Train staff on accurate use of analytics tools
Continually assess and refine forecasting model accuracy
Implement advanced analytics software for financial forecasting
Implement two new innovative cost-reduction strategies by the end of the quarter
Develop a detailed plan for implementation
Research and identify potential cost-reduction strategies
Execute and monitor the new strategies
14. OKRs to increase annual revenue to $30 million
Increase annual revenue to $30 million
Improve operating efficiency by reducing overhead costs by 10%
Negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure better pricing and/or discounts on necessary materials and services
Implement technology solutions or automation tools to streamline operations and reduce manual effort
Conduct a thorough review of all overhead expenses and identify areas for cost reduction
Streamline processes and eliminate any unnecessary steps or redundancies in operations
Increase sales volume by 15% compared to the previous quarter
Train sales team on effective sales techniques and provide ongoing support and motivation
Identify target market and create targeted marketing campaign to attract new customers
Implement a customer loyalty program to encourage repeat purchases and increase customer retention
Collaborate with suppliers to negotiate bulk discounts and lower costs to maximize profit margins
Expand trading operations to three new markets
Conduct market research to identify potential markets for expansion
Establish partnerships or collaborations with local partners in the target markets
Develop a strategic plan for entering new markets, including budgeting and resource allocation
Implement marketing and advertising campaigns to raise awareness and attract customers in new markets
Achieve a customer retention rate of 90% or higher
15. OKRs to achieve profitability by reducing operational costs by 20% in the current fiscal year
Cut operational costs to achieve profitability
Reduce employee overtime costs by 30%
Implement automation processes to reduce manual labor costs by 20%
Decrease inventory storage costs by 25%
Lower utility expenses by 15% through energy-efficient measures
Operations Cost 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
The #1 role of OKRs is to help you and your team focus on what really matters. Business-as-usual activities will still be happening, but you do not need to track your entire roadmap in the 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
Don't fall into the set-and-forget trap. It is important to adopt a weekly check-in process to get the full value of your OKRs and make your strategy agile – otherwise this is nothing more than a reporting exercise.
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 Operations Cost 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
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.
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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 Operations Cost OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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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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