Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
OKRs, KPIs & performance goals · Core

Cascading goals

Also called: goal cascade

ELI5

Translating higher-level objectives into aligned goals for teams and individuals.

Used in conversation

“Keep cascading goals on the dashboard, but show the definition and reporting period beside it.”

Pitch context

You will see “Cascading goals” 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.

Sources & evidence · 3

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