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OKRs, KPIs & performance goals · Working

Management by objectives

Also called: MBO

ELI5

A system in which managers and employees agree objectives and review results.

Used in conversation

“Compare management by objectives with the same cohort and period before drawing a conclusion.”

Pitch context

You will see “Management by objectives” in organisation plans, workforce reviews, change programmes and people reports when the discussion reaches okrs, kpis & performance goals.

Why it matters: In okrs, kpis & performance goals, the definition can change who is affected, accountable, protected or entitled to act.

Caution

Employment law and workplace practice vary by jurisdiction and agreement.

Connected terms

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