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What are Organization Development 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.

Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.

We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Organization Development 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 Organization Development 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.

Organization Development OKRs examples

You will find in the next section many different Organization Development Objectives and Key Results. We've included strategic initiatives in our templates to give you a better idea of the different between the key results (how we measure progress), and the initiatives (what we do to achieve the results).

Hope you'll find this helpful!

OKRs to establish successful transformation plan for organizational structure

  • ObjectiveEstablish successful transformation plan for organizational structure
  • KRIdentify and document current organization chart by end of Week 1
  • TaskCreate a clear, visual organization chart
  • TaskResearch the current company's structure and hierarchy
  • TaskFinalize and document the organization chart
  • KRAchieve 90% staff approval for the new organizational structure after presentation
  • TaskImplement suggested improvements to gain acceptance
  • TaskConduct feedback sessions post-presentation to address concerns
  • TaskDevelop comprehensive presentation detailing the new organizational structure
  • KRDevelop a detailed, new organizational structure model within 4 weeks
  • TaskSketch initial organizational layout draft
  • TaskDefine needed roles and their responsibilities
  • TaskEnsure managerial approvals on the draft

OKRs to boost employee skills development by 20% with minimal budget

  • ObjectiveBoost employee skills development by 20% with minimal budget
  • KRAchieve 85% employee completion of online, self-guided courses
  • TaskImplement regular email reminders for course completion
  • TaskEstablish incentives for employees who complete courses
  • TaskDevelop engaging, relevant content for online courses
  • KRImplement cost-effective, peer-led training programs for 75% of employees
  • TaskSelect a diverse group of employees to undergo leadership training
  • TaskAssess current training programs and identify areas for peer-led instruction
  • TaskDevelop and launch peer-led training sessions for selected employees
  • KRIncrease internal mentorship partnerships by 30% to promote skills transfer
  • TaskImplement a promotional campaign for mentorship program
  • TaskEstablish incentives for participating in mentorship
  • TaskIdentify potential skilled mentors within the organization

OKRs to expand organizational size and personnel capabilities

  • ObjectiveExpand organizational size and personnel capabilities
  • KRImplement 100% training for all new hires within their first week
  • TaskDevelop comprehensive training program for all new hires
  • TaskSchedule training sessions within first week of employment
  • TaskMonitor and assess new hires' progress post-training
  • KRIncrease total staff by 10% through strategic recruitment
  • TaskIdentify necessary roles to fill for 10% staff increase
  • TaskBegin implementing recruitment plan to attract new hires
  • TaskDevelop a strategic recruitment plan targeting these roles
  • KRAchieve 15% more workload efficiency through advanced training and development programs
  • TaskEnroll team in relevant advanced training programs
  • TaskIdentify critical performance gaps in current workload handling
  • TaskPeriodically measure efficiency improvements post-training

OKRs to cultivate and leverage leaders with innovative ideas for organizational growth

  • ObjectiveCultivate and leverage leaders with innovative ideas for organizational growth
  • KRIdentify 10 potential leaders through proven leadership discovery methodologies
  • TaskSelect 10 potential leaders from results
  • TaskResearch proven leadership discovery methodologies
  • TaskApply methodologies to identify potential leaders
  • KRSubstantiate 5 new emergent ideas proposed by the identified leaders
  • TaskResearch the feasibility and potential impact of the new ideas
  • TaskArrange meetings with the leaders to discuss their proposed ideas
  • TaskPrepare detailed reports supporting these emergent concepts
  • KRAchieve a 20% increase in innovative project implementations lead by these leaders
  • TaskImplement training programs focused on innovation
  • TaskEncourage risk-taking and idea experimentation
  • TaskOrganize regular creative brainstorming sessions with leaders

OKRs to boost HR effectiveness in facilitating organization and people growth

  • ObjectiveBoost HR effectiveness in facilitating organization and people growth
  • KRIncrease employee retention rate by 20%
  • TaskEnhance company benefits and compensation packages
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive employee development and training program
  • TaskIncrease regular feedback and recognition sessions
  • KRDecrease average hiring process time by 15%
  • TaskEstablish a structured, efficient onboarding process
  • TaskStreamline interview scheduling with automated tools
  • TaskImplement standardised skill-based assessments
  • KRUpgrade leadership development programs benefiting 30% of employees
  • TaskSource and hire professional development consultants
  • TaskConduct survey to identify areas for leadership program improvement
  • TaskImplement program changes based on consultant feedback

OKRs to enhance professional growth through lunch and learn sessions

  • ObjectiveEnhance professional growth through lunch and learn sessions
  • KRWrite and share a summary of key learnings from each session with the team
  • TaskDistribute summary to team via email
  • TaskJot down main points learned during each session
  • TaskStructure these points into a succinct summary
  • KRAttend a minimum of 10 lunch and learn sessions by various professionals
  • TaskResearch and list upcoming lunch and learn sessions that interest you
  • TaskPlan out your schedule to include at least 10 sessions
  • TaskRegularly attend, engage, and take notes at these events
  • KRUse the knowledge gained to contribute to at least 2 team projects/tasks
  • TaskUse acquired understanding to help resolve project challenges
  • TaskIncorporate new knowledge in planning future team initiatives
  • TaskApply learned skills in assisting team members with major project milestones

OKRs to improve mobile app reusability throughout the organization

  • ObjectiveImprove mobile app reusability throughout the organization
  • KRConduct training for 100% of developers on efficient app component reusability practices
  • TaskDevelop a comprehensive reusability practices training program
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate the training's effectiveness
  • TaskSchedule training sessions for all developers
  • KRReduce app feature duplication by 80% through consolidation efforts
  • TaskImplement the consolidation plan in the app
  • TaskCreate a concise plan for feature consolidation
  • TaskIdentify features with duplication in the app
  • KRImplement shared framework to universalize 75% of mobile app functionalities
  • TaskIntegrate framework into 75% of mobile apps
  • TaskDevelop a shared framework integrating these commonalities
  • TaskIdentify common functionalities across existing mobile apps

OKRs to minimize employee turnover in the organization

  • ObjectiveMinimize employee turnover in the organization
  • KRReduce company-wide voluntary turnover rate by 10%
  • TaskImplement a comprehensive employee engagement and satisfaction program
  • TaskImprove compensation and benefits program based on industry standards
  • TaskConduct exit interviews to understand reasons for leaving
  • KRImplement an initiative to improve employee satisfaction, achieving 85% positive feedback
  • TaskConduct a survey to identify current employee satisfaction levels
  • TaskDevelop and implement strategies to address identified dissatisfaction areas
  • TaskRegularly monitor and adjust strategies based on employee feedback
  • KRIncrease average employee tenure by 15% through career development initiatives
  • TaskDesign a comprehensive career development program for all employees
  • TaskImplement regular mentoring and coaching sessions
  • TaskEncourage employees to attend professional development workshops

OKRs to enhance gender diversity across all layers of the organization

  • ObjectiveEnhance gender diversity across all layers of the organization
  • KRMeasure and achieve a 20% improvement in employee gender diversity engagement survey scores
  • TaskImplement gender-neutral communication and practices
  • TaskDevelop a gender diversity training program for all employees
  • TaskConduct regular gender diversity engagement surveys
  • KRIncrease the representation of diverse genders by 30% in leadership roles
  • TaskEstablish mandatory diverse gender leadership training programs
  • TaskImplement affirmative action in leadership succession plans
  • TaskIncrease outreach for leadership positions to diverse gender groups
  • KRImplement a gender diversity training program for all employees
  • TaskMonitor and evaluate the program's effectiveness post-implementation
  • TaskSchedule mandatory training sessions for all employees
  • TaskResearch and select a comprehensive gender diversity training program

OKRs to establish my unique, impactful role in the organization

  • ObjectiveEstablish my unique, impactful role in the organization
  • KRDevelop a personalized career plan with specified growth targets by month-end
  • TaskIdentify required skills and necessary action steps
  • TaskDraft a detailed timeline for achievement
  • TaskDefine specific career milestones to obtain
  • KRAchieve a minimum 80% approval rating on the execution of assigned roles and responsibilities
  • TaskConsistently deliver high quality work
  • TaskImplement training programs for skill enhancement
  • TaskSolicit regular feedback to identify areas needing improvement
  • KRAttain deep knowledge and skills in my designated area with at least 90% proficiency
  • TaskSeek mentorship or coaching in the designated area
  • TaskEngage in daily devoted study and practice sessions
  • TaskRegularly evaluate progress and adjust learning methods

Organization Development 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

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.

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.

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 Organization Development OKRs

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:

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.

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 Organization Development OKR templates

We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.

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