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Key Result Area(KRA) and Key Performance Area(KPA) , though the terms hold different
meaning but are often used interchangeably and more or less assumed to have same
applicability . The purpose of this post is to underline the basic differences between the
concept of KRA and KPA.
In relation to a job role, KRA defines the outcome or end result expected to be delivered
while KPA defines all the activities, not always result oriented, an individual has to perform
being on job.
Key Result Area
Key = crucial/main
Result = outcome/end/consequence
Area = space/range
KEY RESULT AREA = crucial outcome space
Point to note
-KRA is not the result.
-KRA is the area identified as important or crucial where a result will assist in the
achievement of the set objectives or goal.
-KRA defines what a job is expected to accomplish.
-KRAs might fall within the scope of Key Performance Areas (KPA)
Key Performance Area
Key = crucial/main
Performance = Achievement/Attainment
Area = space/range/field of operation
KEY PERFORMANCE AREA = Main achievement space
Point to Note
-KPA is the overall scope of activities that an individual on a job role has to perform.
Key Performance Areas are the areas within the business unit, for which an individual or
group is logically responsible