Setting SMART objectives is an important first step toward a winning year at Ford. These objectives, due Feb. 6, will help you focus your time, prioritize your work, and understand how your work drives Ford+ forward.
In setting your objectives, it is important that they are aligned with key work partners. That is what connects strong individual objectives to meaningful business impact.
Why alignment matters. When objectives are aligned across teams and departments, they are connected and work together to support company priorities. It creates a clear line of sight between our work and the bigger picture. This shared understanding fosters an environment of continuous improvement, enabling us to do our best work.
Start with company and team priorities. Individual objectives should flow from higher level business and team priorities, adding clarity and focus rather than simply repeating what sits above them. This approach helps ensure your work directly supports Ford+ while remaining relevant to your role.