OKR - Objectives and Key Results
A goal-setting framework where Objectives define what you want to achieve and Key Results are measurable metrics indicating progress toward those objectives. Widely used in business by companies like Google, LinkedIn, Uber, and Intel. OKRs are typically set on a quarterly basis and shared across teams for alignment.
Last updated: 2026-04-04 22:53
Overview
OKR (Objectives and Key Results) is a goal-setting framework developed by Andy Grove at Intel. It has been adopted by many major technology companies including Google, LinkedIn, Uber, and Intel. The framework is based on a simple formula: I will (Objective) as measured by (this set of Key Results).
How It Works
Objectives are descriptions of what you want to achieve. They should be short, inspirational, and engaging. An organization should have 3 to 5 high-level objectives per planning cycle.
Key Results are metrics that measure your progress toward your objectives. There should be a set of 3 to 5 key results per objective. At the end of the cycle, you should have a clear idea of whether you accomplished the objective.
Implementation
- OKRs should be part of a quarterly planning process
- Once defined, they should be communicated to all team members
- OKRs should be frequently set, tracked, and reviewed
- Templates and examples are widely available
Software Support
Popular software platforms that support OKR tracking include Weekdone, Perdoo, Workfront, and 15Five.
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