Particularly suited to guiding strategies in a context of change, the OKR method (Objectives & Key Results) is of formidable effectiveness in setting clear priorities, fostering alignment and commitment among teams, and effectively and agilely driving transformations.
Consulting firm with expertise in new work methods and a specialist in French OKR methodology, talenco has been supporting the deployment of the OKR method in large groups and startups since 2018.
Remaining faithful to our vocation of helping companies and their employees adapt to change and turn it into opportunities, We have designed this white paper to provide you with the keys to success for a method that has proven its worth time and time again. !
A white paper to understand the OKR method
Although the OKR method seems very simple to understand at first glance, Its implementation remains demanding : ambitious objectives, key indicators (Key Results) truly measurable and defined in a collaborative way, a follow-up ritual carried out systematically every quarter…
Discover in our white paper The essential keys to successfully implementing the OKR method at the service of the transformation of the company:
- The origins of the OKR method (with a focus on Google)
- The logic of operating and deploying OKRs
- The strengths of OKRs and the benefits within the organization
- The keys to success of OKRs and common mistakes in the field
- Case studies and testimonials Renault and AlloVoisins
Principle of constructing an OKR (excerpt from the white paper)
«Most of the time, these seemingly uncomfortable goals are achieved by teams faster than expected, because the entire company is focused on clear priorities at the moment of time.»
Jean Baptiste Gouin, CEO of talenco
Experiences from OKR implementation in France
Developed in the 1970s by Intel CEO Andrew Grove to manage the company’s phenomenal growth, the OKR method has since been democratized in the startup and agile culture, especially in the United States where it is used by many groups including: Google, Twitter, LinkedIn or Spotify.
After a late adoption in Europe, this method with Anglo-Saxon accents but adaptable to all cultures and organizations It is finally gaining momentum in France. This is evidenced by the companies that have been supported by our OKR experts since 2018! Find the concrete experiences of:
Alexandra Malak, DRH Innovation, HR and Digital Transformation of the Groupe Renault
« OKRs are a team sport. We are better when we accept to capitalize on the experience of others.»
Edouard Dumortier, CEO of the startup AlloVoisins
«It's a method that can be used over time, but I find it very promising and it's worth sticking with!»
Vincent Branger,Co-founder of the IT consulting firm Ilki
« When we start implementing the OKRs and seeing the results, we immediately understand this concept of ‘superpowers’… »
Raphaël Kattan, General Manager & Partner of talenco
« OKRs are a powerful operational translator of the reason for being. When that reason is not strong enough, it’s the elephant in the room.»
Jean Baptiste Gouin, CEO of talenco
«It's not knowing the OKRs that guarantees the success of your goals… it's the method of implementing the approach!»