15 customisable OKR examples for Quality Control
What are Quality Control 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.
We have curated a selection of OKR examples specifically for Quality Control to assist you. Feel free to explore the templates below for inspiration in setting your own goals.
If you want to learn more about the framework, you can read our OKR guide online.
Building your own Quality Control 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:
- Use our free OKR generator
- Use Tability, a complete platform to set and track OKRs and initiatives, including a GPT-4 powered goal generator
Our customisable Quality Control OKRs examples
You will find in the next section many different Quality Control 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!
1. OKRs to streamline quality control process
Streamline quality control process
Implement a digital QC tracking system by 30% project completion
Train staff on new software usage
Research and select suitable digital QC tracking software
Develop an implementation plan, set up and test the system
Improve speed of QC process by 15%
Provide training to enhance team proficiency
Streamline QC procedures for efficiency
Implement automation in repetitive QC steps
Decrease QC-related errors by 20%
Implement regular training programs to boost QC team skill levels
Introduce advanced QA/QC software for error reduction
Regularly update QC protocols and checklists
2. OKRs to enhance architectural vision and delivery quality
Enhance architectural vision and delivery quality
Achieve 90% client satisfaction rating for completed architectural projects
Foster open communication for client queries
Regularly monitor and evaluate client satisfaction
Implement client feedback in final project designs
Increase departmental collaboration on innovative design concepts
Create shared online platform for design ideas discussion
Establish interdisciplinary project teams for innovation design
Implement regular brainstorming sessions across different departments
Implement 2 new quality control measures to optimize project delivery
Research effective quality control methods to address deficiencies
Identify two deficiencies in the current project delivery process
Develop and implement quality control measures based on research
3. OKRs to enhance product quality and shipment speed
Enhance product quality and shipment speed
Increase shipping speed by 15% through operational efficiencies
Assess and eliminate bottlenecks in the delivery process
Implement automated packaging systems to minimize processing time
Prioritize streamlined routing in distribution centers
Implement quality control system to decrease customer returns by 10%
Develop and implement selected quality control system
Research and identify effective quality control systems
Track, analyze, and adjust system based on results
Reduce product defect rates by 20% through improvement initiatives
Invest in superior raw materials for product creation
Train production staff on improved manufacturing techniques
Implement rigorous quality control checks in the production process
4. OKRs to enhance quality control testing effectiveness
Enhance quality control testing effectiveness
Decrease defects found post-release by 20%
Incorporate more rigorous beta testing phases
Improve training for software developers
Implement thorough quality assurance procedures
Initiate 100% of staff into new quality-control training program
Create an informative and engaging training schedule
Identify and list all staff requiring the new training
Begin rollout of quality-control training to all staff
Increase test coverage rate to 90%
Identify areas of the code lacking sufficient testing
Implement and regularly update tests to maintain coverage
Develop comprehensive, relevant tests for those areas
5. OKRs to enhance production quality to reduce issue occurrence
Enhance production quality to reduce issue occurrence
Increase testing coverage by 25% to identify pending issues
Identify areas with lacking testing coverage immediately
Prioritize testing the system functionalities more rigorously
Allocate additional resources to expand testing protocols
Conduct two production quality control trainings for staff
Develop detailed, engaging training materials for both sessions
Identify relevant topics for two production quality control trainings
Schedule and carry out the two training sessions
Reduce production defect rate by 15% through process optimization
Monitor, evaluate the new process's performance regularly
Implement targeted changes to optimize efficiency and quality
Analyze existing production process for potential areas of improvement
6. OKRs to enhance quality control to bolster cash flow
Enhance quality control to bolster cash flow
Decrease product defect rate by 15% through stringent quality checks
Implement stringent quality control checks in the production process
Regularly monitor and refine quality protocols
Train staff on improved quality assurance practices
Increase customer retention by 10% via improved product quality
Train staff on product quality commitment and its importance
Gather regular customer feedback on product improvements
Implement rigorous testing protocols to enhance product quality
Reduce quality-related returns by 20%, saving operational costs
Implement stricter quality control checks on all products
Establish a robust customer feedback mechanism
Train staff in identifying and correcting potential issues
7. OKRs to successfully complete the new server build assessment
Successfully complete the new server build assessment
Develop a comprehensive project plan with assigned responsibilities by week two
Assign individual responsibilities for each task
Identify key project objectives and deliverables
Finalize project plan by week two
Achieve 90% completion of the server build within established project timelines
Test the built server rigorously ensuring less than 2% error rate
Conduct comprehensive functionality tests on the server
Evaluate error rate to ensure it's below 2%
Make necessary adjustments to reduce errors
8. OKRs to improve overall customer satisfaction
Improve overall customer satisfaction
Increase positive feedback response rate by 20%
Send follow-up reminders to non-respondents
Offer incentives for completing feedback surveys
Develop a short, engaging feedback form for customers
Implement response strategy for all negative reviews within 48 hours
Delegate review responses to team members
Design a standard reply for all negative reviews
Monitor reviews and response times daily
Decrease negative reviews by 15%
Initiate a customer feedback follow-up system to resolve issues promptly
Improve customer service training for better customer interactions
Implement strict quality control measures for products
9. OKRs to improve Product Stability and Quality
Improve Product Stability and Quality
Achieve a product stability score of 90% in internal testing
Continuously monitor and evaluate the product's stability throughout the testing phase
Implement necessary optimizations and improvements to ensure a stability score of 90%
Identify and address any bugs or issues found during internal testing promptly
Perform thorough and rigorous internal testing on the product
Reduce average product response time by 15%
Increase customer satisfaction rating by 10%
Personalize customer interactions by addressing them by name and anticipating their needs
Improve response time to customer inquiries by implementing a live chat feature
Provide additional training to customer service representatives to enhance their communication skills
Conduct customer feedback surveys to gather insights and identify areas for improvement
Reduce product defects by 20%
10. OKRs to ensure 100% accuracy in invoice rates
Ensure 100% accuracy in invoice rates
Reduce invoice accuracy complaints to zero in the given quarter
Implement thorough quality control checks on all invoices
Address any existing complaints and rectify errors promptly
Provide ongoing accuracy training for invoicing team
Identify and correct errors in 10% of invoices daily
Correct identified errors in the invoices
Review 10% of daily invoices for possible errors
Re-check corrected invoices for accuracy
Achieve a consistent 95% weekly rate correction success
Incorporate regular training for data accuracy
Implement daily monitoring of rate correction feedback
Foster consistent cross-checking of data entries
11. OKRs to enhance overall customer satisfaction
Enhance overall customer satisfaction
Increase the rate of resolved customer issues within 24 hours by 30%
Implement comprehensive customer service training programs
Hire additional customer support staff
Incorporate effective ticketing system software
Decrease customer complaint rates by 15%
Develop more effective complaint resolution processes
Implement thorough training for customer service representatives
Increase quality control measures for products/services
Increase customer satisfaction survey scores by 25%
Enhance product or service quality
Improve customer service training for staff
Implement follow-up strategies post customer interactions
12. OKRs to secure FDA approval for the capital equipment medical device
Secure FDA approval for the capital equipment medical device
Complete and submit comprehensive FDA application by week 4
Thoroughly fill out the FDA application form accurately and comprehensively
Gather all necessary documentation and information for FDA application
Submit the completed FDA application before the deadline in week 4
Obtain confirmation of FDA approval by end of the quarter
Regularly follow-up with FDA regarding application status
Prepare and submit all necessary documentation for FDA approval
Ensure all response deadlines to FDA inquiries are met
Pass all necessary FDA inspections successfully with zero citations
Implement strict internal quality control measures
Regularly inspect and document all processes for compliance
Review and comprehend all FDA guidelines and expectations
13. OKRs to amplify efficiency and scalability of Business Operations' internal processes
Amplify efficiency and scalability of Business Operations' internal processes
Increase team's operational efficiency by 25% through process automation and training
Reduce operational delays and errors by 30% via enhanced internal quality controls
Monitor and assess performance for continuous improvement
Train employees on revised operational procedures
Implement stringent quality control checks at each stage
Expand the volume capacity by 20% through better resource allocation and staffing strategies
Review current resource allocation for efficiency improvements
Implement optimal staffing strategies to increase productivity
Source additional resources to accommodate 20% volume increase
14. OKRs to enhance technical proficiency and efficiency as a Cloud Architect
Enhance technical proficiency and efficiency as a Cloud Architect
Secure at least two professional certifications related to cloud architecture
Schedule and pass the certification exams
Research popular certifications in cloud architecture
Enroll in and complete necessary study courses
Design and deploy three complex cloud solutions successfully for clients
Develop prototypes and test cloud solutions for each client
Implement and monitor the three complex cloud solutions successfully
Identify client needs and commence creating tailored cloud solution designs
Increase process efficiency by reducing the error rate in projects by 25%
Train team on precision-oriented techniques and methodologies
Implement rigorous quality control checks and error proofing measures
Analyze previous projects to identify common error patterns
15. OKRs to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our design system
Improve the effectiveness and efficiency of our design system
Reduce system-related design errors by 20%
Regularly update system software to minimize glitches
Implement rigorous quality control checks in the design process
Increase training for design team on error prevention
Improve the reuse rate of the system components by 15%
Regularly review component reuse metrics for constant improvement
Analyze current system components usage and identify areas for improvement
Implement reusable software design strategies across the development team
Increase the user interface consistency by 30%
Develop guidelines to improve UI uniformity
Implement changes and assess improvements
Analyze current UI elements for inconsistencies
Quality Control 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 Quality Control OKRs in a strategy map
The rules of OKRs are simple. Quarterly OKRs should be tracked weekly, and yearly OKRs should be tracked monthly. 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 Quality Control 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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