Help us celebrate World Metrology Day on the 20th May – yes, that’s metrology, not meteorology (though we’d love to control the weather too).
Metrology is the science behind how we measure things – setting standards, keeping things accurate, and making sure we’re all speaking the same ‘units’.
Sound familiar?
In OKRs, we’re doing the same – measuring what matters, so we can manage it better.
But not all measurements are created equal.
👉 Input KRs – What you do (run 10 customer meetings)
👉 Output KRs – Result of what you do (arrange 2 customer demos)
👉 Outcome KRs – Effect of what you do (sell the product to 1 customer)
Each type has its place. The magic is in choosing the right mix – and reviewing them regularly to make sure they’re still doing their job.
In preparation for World Metrology Day, here’s your homework — or at least something to reflect on:
📏 Are you being precise enough?
Are you measuring “done” differently across your teams – or would they all define success the same way?
📊 Are you measuring often enough?
Are your goals just written down and forgotten – or do they show up in your weekly conversations and dashboards?
🎯 Are you aiming at outcomes, not just outputs?
Are you just ticking boxes – or are you tracking real impact, the stuff your customers notice?
Because in business, just like in metrology, better measurement leads to better results.
Need help defining and measuring what really matters?
At Oak Mountain Ltd, we help teams craft bold, practical OKRs – and make sure every Key Result earns its place. No fluff. No jargon. Just clarity, momentum, and goals that actually get done.
We’ve led teams, delivered results, and used OKRs to drive meaningful change – not just tick boxes.
Our mission? Help you focus on what’s important, energise your teams, and make every metric count.
📩 Drop us a line at enquiries@oakmountain.ltd
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