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What are Performance 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.
Crafting effective OKRs can be challenging, particularly for beginners. Emphasizing outcomes rather than projects should be the core of your planning.
We have a collection of OKRs examples for Performance to give you some inspiration. You can use any of the templates below as a starting point for your OKRs.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
The best tools for writing perfect Performance OKRs
Here are 2 tools that can help you draft your OKRs in no time.
Tability AI: to generate OKRs based on a prompt
Tability AI allows you to describe your goals in a prompt, and generate a fully editable OKR template in seconds.
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Click on the Generate goals using AI
- 3. Describe your goals in a prompt
- 4. Get your fully editable OKR template
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards
Watch the video below to see it in action 👇
Tability Feedback: to improve existing OKRs
You can use Tability's AI feedback to improve your OKRs if you already have existing goals.
- 1. Create your Tability account
- 2. Add your existing OKRs (you can import them from a spreadsheet)
- 3. Click on Generate analysis
- 4. Review the suggestions and decide to accept or dismiss them
- 5. Publish to start tracking progress and get automated OKR dashboards

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.
Performance OKRs examples
We've added many examples of Performance 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!
OKRs to analyze investment performance across different regions
ObjectiveAnalyze investment performance across different regions
KRDeliver a detailed investment performance report comparing all regions
Analyze and compare investment performance by region
Compile and format the detailed performance report
Collect data on investment performance for all regions
KRIdentify top 5 performing and under-performing regions by next month
Gather sales data from all regions
Analyze and rank regions based on performance
Prepare detailed comparative report
KREvaluate 10 distinct factors that influence the performance in each region
Identify 10 potential factors affecting regional performance
Analyze each factor's impact on the specific region
Compile findings into a comprehensive report
OKRs to enhance performance testing for v2 services
ObjectiveEnhance performance testing for v2 services
KRImprove system ability to handle peak load by 30%
Optimize current system code for better efficiency
Implement load balancing techniques across the servers
Increase server capacity to handle increased load
KRIdentify and reduce service response time by 20%
Analyze current service response times
Implement solutions to enhance service speed by 20%
Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in service delivery
KRAchieve 100% test coverage for all v2 services
Implement and run newly developed tests
Identify and create additional tests needed
Review current test coverage for all v2 services
OKRs to enhance organisational acceleration with effective performance management system
ObjectiveEnhance organisational acceleration with effective performance management system
KRIncrease utilization of performance management system by 20%
Provide regular feedback through the system
Conduct training sessions on performance management system usage
Develop incentives for frequent system usage
KRImprove average team performance scores by 30%
Develop and integrate comprehensive team training programs
Create a system of team performance incentives
Implement regular, constructive feedback sessions
KRAchieve a productivity increase of 25% through the enhanced system
Evaluate current system for potential productivity improvements
Implement enhancements in the system that increase efficiency
Monitor and adjust new system operations as needed
OKRs to improve quarterly performance through consistent check-ins with manager
ObjectiveImprove quarterly performance through consistent check-ins with manager
KRImplement suggestions from manager to enhance performance
Review manager's suggestions carefully and clarify any doubts or queries
Outline a concrete plan to apply suggested modifications structurally
Daily monitor, measure and evaluate progress towards goals
KRReview progress towards goals and receive feedback during meetings
Prepare reports detailing goal progression
Schedule regular meetings for progress reviews
Ask for feedback during these meetings
KRSchedule quarterly meeting with performance manager
Identify schedules that align between you and your performance manager
Draft an email proposing the meeting time and agenda
Send the email and confirm the meeting date
OKRs to accelerate workforce effectiveness through transformative performance management
ObjectiveAccelerate workforce effectiveness through transformative performance management
KRIncrease team productivity metrics by 25%
Conduct productivity training for all team members
Establish clear, attainable goals and deliverables
Implement efficient tracking systems to monitor team progress
KREnsure 90% of staff completes advanced performance training
Send regular reminders to staff about upcoming training
Monitor and track staff participation rates routinely
Establish a mandatory performance training schedule for all staff
KRReduce performance-related issues by 15%
Upgrade outdated hardware and systems
Implement regular maintenance checks for all software applications
Conduct routine employee performance evaluations
OKRs to finalize performance management cycle for 2025 launch
ObjectiveFinalize performance management cycle for 2025 launch
KRTest and finalize process workflow with a small team within 6 weeks
Conduct testing phase with a small team
Evaluate results and finalize workflow
Outline the process workflow to be tested
KRIdentify and incorporate relevant performance indicators by the end of this quarter
Research industry-standard performance indicators
Implement relevant indicators into reporting processes
Review current performance metrics and their alignment with goals
KRDevelop, deliver and retrieve feedback on training materials for all teams
Gather feedback through surveys or meetings
Create comprehensive training materials for all teams
Distribute the materials and conduct training sessions
OKRs to strengthen weekly and monthly performance review efficiency and consistency
ObjectiveStrengthen weekly and monthly performance review efficiency and consistency
KRDecrease time spent in generating insights from reviews by 15%
Implement automated text analyzing software for reviews
Provide staff training on efficient review analysis
Streamline the review collection process
KRImprove accuracy of performance data by reducing errors by 25%
Train staff on correct data input and management procedures
Adopt data accuracy measurement software or tools
Implement a rigorous data checking and verification protocol
KRImplement a standardized format for performance reviews to ensure consistency
Develop a clear template for performance reviews
Train managers on new review format
Define criteria for evaluating performance
OKRs to improve quarterly communication by ensuring consistent check-ins with performance manager
ObjectiveImprove quarterly communication by ensuring consistent check-ins with performance manager
KRAct on and document any action items or feedback from check-in meetings
Record all feedback and action items during check-in meetings
Update documentation promptly following the actions taken
Implement necessary changes based on the meeting feedback
KRPrepare performance update report prior to each check-in meeting
Analyze data to identify trends
Gather recent data on team performance metrics
Compile findings into a concise report
KRSchedule quarterly meeting dates with performance manager in advance
Contact performance manager to discuss availability
Confirm and schedule quarterly meetings in advance
Review the calendar for potential meeting dates
OKRs to improve communication by ensuring quarterly check-in with performance manager
ObjectiveImprove communication by ensuring quarterly check-in with performance manager
KRImplement action plan based on feedback received from performance manager
Develop a comprehensive action plan addressing the concerns highlighted
Review feedback received from performance manager thoroughly
Begin implementation of formulated action plan immediately
KRDiscuss performance goals and feedback during check-in meeting
Review previous performance goals before the check-in meeting
Prepare constructive and specific feedback points
Schedule a check-in meeting to discuss performance goals
KRSchedule and attend quarterly check-in meeting with performance manager
Determine a suitable date and time for the check-in meeting
Send meeting invite to performance manager
Attend the scheduled check-in meeting
OKRs to improve performance testing for V2 services
ObjectiveImprove performance testing for V2 services
KRIncrease the successful pass rate of performance tests to 95% from existing results
Develop and implement a targeted improvement plan for testing
Conduct regular training sessions for performance test takers
Continuously review and update testing techniques
KRDevelop a comprehensive test strategy addressing all aspects of V2 services by week 4
Develop a detailed plan for testing each aspect
Schedule testing stages within first 4 weeks
Identify key aspects and potential risks of V2 services
KRReduce the average run-time for performance tests by 20% compared to current timings
Implement more efficient testing algorithms and techniques
Upgrade testing hardware or software to improve speed
Identify and eliminate bottlenecks in the current performance test process
Performance 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.
Save hours with automated OKR dashboards

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
Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use Tability to save time with automated OKR dashboards, data connectors, and actionable insights.
How to get Tability dashboards:
- 1. Create a Tability account
- 2. Use the importers to add your OKRs (works with any spreadsheet or doc)
- 3. Publish your OKR plan
That's it! Tability will instantly get access to 10+ dashboards to monitor progress, visualise trends, and identify risks early.
More Performance OKR templates
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