15 customisable OKR examples for Research Team
What are Research Team 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.
Formulating strong OKRs can be a complex endeavor, particularly for first-timers. Prioritizing outcomes over projects is crucial when developing your plans.
We've tailored a list of OKRs examples for Research Team 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 Research Team 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.
Our customisable Research Team OKRs examples
You'll find below a list of Objectives and Key Results templates for Research Team. 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 establish a dedicated grant research volunteer team
Establish a dedicated grant research volunteer team
Recruit and onboard 5 dedicated volunteers skilled in grant research by week 6
Implement an efficient virtual volunteer onboarding process- Conduct remote interviews to assess qualifications and dedication
- Advertise volunteer positions on job boards and social media platforms
- Secure 5 potential grant opportunities by actively researching and analyzing, by quarter-end
- Research suitable grants daily and compile a list
- Submit preliminary applications to top five opportunities
- Analyze each grant for viability and relevance
- Successfully conduct 3 training sessions on grant search and application strategies
- Schedule and facilitate three training sessions
- Identify relevant topics for grant search training sessions
- Develop comprehensive and engaging training materials
2. OKRs to establish an effective grant research volunteer team
- Establish an effective grant research volunteer team
- Identify and apply for at least 20 potential grant opportunities
- Prepare necessary documents for grant applications
- Research and compile a list of 20 potential grant opportunities
- Submit applications for identified grants
- Boost yearly revenue by successfully securing at least 3 new grants
- Follow-up consistently on sent proposals
- Craft compelling grant proposals highlighting our strengths
- Research potential grants aligned with our company's vision
- Recruit and train 5 skilled volunteers for grant research by end of quarter
- Post volunteer requirements on job boards and social media platforms
- Interview candidates to assess relevant skills and passion
- Schedule and conduct training sessions for selected volunteers
3. OKRs to enhance capability as an institutional research analyst in higher education
- Enhance capability as an institutional research analyst in higher education
- Attend 3 professional development webinars on higher education research analysis techniques
- Participate and take notes during each webinar
- Sign up for the chosen webinars
- Identify 3 webinars focused on higher education research analysis techniques
- Mentor and guide 2 junior research analysts to improve their capability development
- Provide direct training on necessary software/tools
- Develop a personalized growth plan for each analyst
- Establish regular weekly meetings for guidance and feedback
- Develop, present, and implement 1 strategic initiative to improve research methodologies
- Identify weakness in current research methodologies
- Create strategic initiative for process improvement
- Present and implement strategy to team
4. OKRs to launch machine learning product on website
- Launch machine learning product on website
- Generate at least 100 sign-ups for the machine learning product through website registration
- Collaborate with influencers or industry experts to promote the machine learning product
- Implement targeted online advertising campaigns to drive traffic to the website
- Optimize website registration page to increase conversion rate
- Run referral programs and offer incentives to encourage users to refer others
- Generate a revenue of $50,000 from sales of the machine learning product
- Implement effective online advertising and social media campaigns to reach potential customers
- Identify target market and create a comprehensive marketing strategy for machine learning product
- Train sales team and provide them with necessary resources to effectively promote machine learning product
- Conduct market research to determine competitive pricing and set optimal price point
- Increase website traffic by 20% through targeted marketing campaigns
- Optimize website content with relevant keywords to improve organic search rankings
- Conduct extensive keyword research to identify high-performing search terms
- Develop and implement targeted advertising campaigns on social media platforms
- Collaborate with industry influencers to gain exposure and drive traffic to the website
- Achieve a customer satisfaction rating of 4 out of 5 through user feedback surveys
- Analyze feedback survey data to identify areas for improvement and prioritize actions
- Continuously monitor customer satisfaction ratings and adjust strategies as needed for improvement
- Implement changes and improvements based on user feedback to enhance customer satisfaction
- Develop and distribute user feedback surveys to gather customer satisfaction ratings
5. OKRs to determine the business benefits of SAP S4
- Determine the business benefits of SAP S4
- Identify and document 20 potential SAP S4 features beneficial to businesses
- Identify 20 SAP S4 features useful to business operations
- Document each feature's benefits in a comprehensive report
- Research the functionalities and benefits of various SAP S4 features
- Create a detailed report highlighting the identified SAP S4 business benefits
- Gather relevant data and statistics to substantiate each benefit
- Identify the benefits associated with implementing SAP S4 in the business
- Draft a detailed report highlighting these benefits
- Interview 10 companies currently using SAP S4 for concrete advantages
- Identify 10 companies currently utilizing SAP S4
- Conduct interviews focusing on SAP S4 advantages
- Arrange interviews with the identified companies
6. OKRs to attain an affordable, emissions-free vehicle
- Attain an affordable, emissions-free vehicle
- Test drive and analyze key features of at least three selected cars
- Schedule test drives for each selected car
- Analyze and compare the key features post-drive
- Select three cars based on preferences and research
- Research and identify ten potential C02-free cars within $30,000 range
- Generate a list of CO2-free car manufacturers within your budget
- Obtain pricing details for each potential car model
- Evaluate and list ten viable options based on research
- Finalize purchase of a suitable C02-free car under $30,000
- Contact dealerships for negotiations and details
- Conclude purchase and documentation forms
- Research and shortlist C02-free cars within the budget
7. OKRs to develop a comprehensive new customer database
- Develop a comprehensive new customer database
- Achieve 100% data entry accuracy for new customer database
- Train team on high-standard data entry protocols
- Implement stringent data verification processes
- Use software to identify and correct errors
- Identify 500 potential customers for inclusion in new customer database
- Gather contact details for decision-makers at these companies
- Research industries relevant to our product/service
- Compile a list of companies within these industries
- Collect accurate contact and preference information from 100% of identified customers
- Implement a system to regularly update customer data
- Train staff on preference elicitation techniques
- Develop a standardized customer information collection form
8. OKRs to enhance service delivery through innovation and benchmarking
- Enhance service delivery through innovation and benchmarking
- Create and implement 2 innovative solutions to transform existing services
- Develop prototypes of the 2 selected solutions
- Implement and test these innovative solutions in live services
- Brainstorm new, innovative ways to enhance current services
- Benchmark against 5 industry leaders to identify and implement best practices
- Analyze their best practices and methodologies
- Identify top 5 industry leaders for benchmark comparison
- Incorporate identified best practices into our operations
- Increase service delivery efficiency by 30% using new technological advancements
- Investigate latest technology advancements in service delivery
- Monitor and evaluate tech system effectiveness regularly
- Implement new tech systems to streamline service processes
9. OKRs to improve knowledge of ozonation process
- Improve knowledge of ozonation process
- Review and understand five new research articles on ozonation every week
- Conduct two small-scale ozonation experiments for better comprehension
- Plan and prepare the experimental procedures
- Gather necessary equipment and materials for ozonation experiments
- Execute the two small-scale ozonation experiments
- Increase discussion and learning opportunities with experts by arranging four seminars/meetings
- Plan the logistics for the four seminars/meetings
- Invite the experts and promote the events
- Identify potential experts in the desired field
10. OKRs to successfully execute "Test Objective"
- Successfully execute "Test Objective"
- Deliver final report documenting the results and lessons learned
- Document lessons learned and improvement strategies
- Finalize and proofread the final report
- Highlight primary results and key findings
- Complete initial research and preparation by Week 2
- Dedicate Day 8 to thorough examination of available resources
- Finalize and document findings and preparations by Day 14
- Define research objectives and desired outcomes by Day 6
- Achieve 25% progress towards "Test Objective" every week
- Assess weekly targets and track progress consistently
- Actively utilize learning resources to understand concepts better
- Allocate dedicated time daily for focused test preparation
11. OKRs to identify the top FP&A software in the market
- Identify the top FP&A software in the market
- Research and list down at least 20 various FP&A software options by week 3
- Compile and review a list of at least 20 options
- Conduct online research for potential software options
- Identify criteria for FP&A software options
- Compare all FP&A software elements for features, cost, and user reviews by week 6
- Compile a list of all FP&A software elements
- Analyze user reviews for each software
- Evaluate each software for features and cost
- Select and present the top 3 FP&A software based on the analysis by week 9
- Analyze software based on selected criteria
- Research various FP&A software options
- Prepare presentation for top three choices
12. OKRs to successfully implement a coherent MYEO Theory of Change Framework
- Successfully implement a coherent MYEO Theory of Change Framework
- Conduct a detailed research on MYEO's needs for a Theory of Change Framework by month end
- Review existing internal documents about MYEO's goals
- Compile findings into a comprehensive report
- Identify key stakeholders within MYEO for research interviews
- Achieve 90% user acceptance of the new framework within the first two weeks of roll-out
- Regularly monitor and address user issues
- Implement a communication strategy for feedback
- Conduct thorough user training programs for the new framework
- Design a tailor-made Theory of Change Framework for MYEO in 6 weeks
- Construct and refine the theory framework
- Develop a strategic plan with action steps
- Identify specific, measurable goals for MYEO
13. OKRs to establish a proficient grant research volunteer team
- Establish a proficient grant research volunteer team
- Recruit and onboard 10 proficient grant researching volunteers in the team
- Develop a concise volunteer recruitment ad focusing on grant research skills
- Hold webinars or interviews to assess applicants' proficiency
- Design an effective onboarding program for selected volunteers
- Successfully apply and secure a minimum of 5 grants
- Research and identify potential grants relevant to your project
- Prepare and submit comprehensive, compelling grant applications
- Follow up promptly on application status and feedback
- Develop and finalize at least 20 complete grant applications
- Identify 20 suitable grant opportunities for application
- Submit final versions of each grant application
- Create, review and edit draft applications for all identified grants
14. OKRs to identify and assess AI tools available in the market
- Identify and assess AI tools available in the market
- Evaluate 10 potential AI tools against predefined criteria by the end of Q2
- Research and select 10 AI tools for review
- Assign scores to each tool based on criteria
- Define specific criteria for evaluation
- Compile a detailed report illustrating the pros and cons of each examined tool
- Identify and examine each tool's features
- Compile detailed comparison report
- Analyze pros and cons of each tool
- Conduct 20 market interviews to determine popular AI tools amongst industry experts
- Draft comprehensive, insightful interview questions
- Conduct, record and analyze the interviews
- Identify and target 20 industry experts in AI
15. OKRs to evaluate ozonation's effect on biofiltration process
- Evaluate ozonation's effect on biofiltration process
- Establish a link between ozonation levels and biofiltration effectiveness in 75% of tests
- Develop a standardized testing method
- Conduct and analyze tests on biofiltration effectiveness
- Study previous research on ozonation and biofiltration
- Conduct 10 experiments to identify specific ozonation impacts on biofilter microbiomes
- Define parameters for specific ozonation impacts
- Analyze and record the results after ozonation
- Set up 10 different biofilter microbiome experiments
- Publish a comprehensive report analyzing and proposing enhancements to the ozonation-biofiltration setup
- Conduct research on existing ozonation-biofiltration technologies
- Analyze and draft improvements for current setup
- Compile and publish comprehensive final report
Research Team 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.
Tability's audit dashboard will highlight opportunities to improve OKRsTip #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.
Tability's check-ins will save you hours and increase transparencyTip #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 Research Team 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
Spreadsheets are enough to get started. Then, once you need to scale you can use a proper OKR platform to make things easier.
Tability's Strategy Map makes it easy to see all your org's OKRsIf 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 Research Team OKR templates
We have more templates to help you draft your team goals and OKRs.
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- OKRs to enhance Webhooks Experience and Address Technical Debt
- OKRs to foster a comprehensive feedback culture
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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