One of the key advantages of using OKRs in business is the flexibility they provide. Unlike traditional goal-setting methods, OKRs allow for quick adjustments and adaptations based on changing business requirements. This means that if a particular OKR was not achieved, it can be disregarded if the business needs have shifted or if a time-sensitive Key Result has missed its window of opportunity.
It’s important to note that Key Results are written as “best possible goals,” meaning that achieving 100% is desirable but not always the most likely outcome. Instead, the Key Result articulates the best possible outcome if everything goes according to plan. Therefore, even achieving 70% or 80% of a Key Result can represent a significant shift and outcome that doesn’t require starting over or redoing the entire OKR.
By embracing this flexibility and recognizing that progress is valuable even if it doesn’t reach 100%, companies can effectively adapt their strategy execution and continuously improve their business performance management.
