Quarter / OKR Cycle
A Quarter (or OKR cycle) is the time-boxed period for committing, executing, checking in, and scoring OKRs — typically about 90 days.
Overview
Cycles create focus and a finish line for learning. Measure What Matters describes typical OKR cycles and Google’s playbook. Axiean models time cycles, backlog, and filters by period.
Why it matters
Without end dates, OKRs become everlasting wish lists.
Examples
Plan 2 weeks before quarter; execute ~12 weeks; score final week.
Best practices
- Prefer quarterly unless learning velocity demands shorter.
Common mistakes
Destroys comparability.
Change only when assumptions break; document why.
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How Axiean implements Quarter
Assign Objectives to cycles; filter by quarter; score and replan with history retained.
Frequently asked questions
How long should an OKR cycle be?
Most teams use quarterly cycles (~90 days).