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All-in-one HR platform · v2.0
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KRA vs OKR is not a choice between rival systems. KRAs describe the lasting responsibilities of a role; OKRs describe a time-bound push towards something new. Many organisations use both.
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A key result area (KRA) is a part of the job the role holder is accountable for, such as on-time payroll or customer renewals. It lasts as long as the role stays the same, and is usually measured by KPIs.
An OKR pairs an objective, something the team wants to change, with a few measurable key results that show progress. It runs for a set period, often a quarter, and is replaced when the period ends.
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| Factor | KRA | OKR |
|---|---|---|
| Describes | What the role is responsible for | What the team is trying to change |
| Time horizon | As long as the role | Usually a quarter or a year |
| Typical level | Individual role | Organisation, team, then individual |
| Expected achievement | Meet the standard | Ambitious; partial progress can be acceptable |
| Link to appraisal | Usually direct | Often kept separate from ratings |
Watch for itTying OKRs tightly to pay tends to make people set safe objectives. If you link them to appraisals, decide how stretch goals are judged before the period starts.
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Yes. An OKR may set a temporary target to improve something a KRA already covers. Keep the OKR focused on the improvement, not on restating the job.
No. A KRA is the area of responsibility; KPIs are the measures used to judge performance in it.
Few. Common practice is a small number of objectives with a handful of key results each, so attention is not spread thin.
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