1. What is Agile Capacity Calculation?

Agile Capacity Calculation helps teams estimate how much work they can complete during a sprint. It considers team size, available working hours, sprint duration, and includes a buffer for unexpected tasks or interruptions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Agile Capacity formula:

Where:

• \( Team\ Size \) — Number of team members
• \( 8\ hours/day \) — Standard working hours per day
• \( Sprint\ Days \) — Duration of the sprint in days
• \( Buffer\ Factor \) — Decimal value (typically 0.7) accounting for non-project activities

Explanation: This formula calculates the total available working hours for a team during a sprint, accounting for meetings, administrative tasks, and other non-project activities through the buffer factor.

3. Importance of Agile Capacity Planning

Details: Accurate capacity planning is crucial for setting realistic sprint goals, preventing team burnout, and maintaining sustainable pace in agile development.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter team size (number of members), sprint duration in days, and buffer factor (typically 0.7). All values must be valid positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use a buffer factor of 0.7?
A: The 0.7 buffer accounts for approximately 30% of time spent on meetings, emails, breaks, and other non-development activities.

Q2: Should the buffer factor be adjusted?
A: Yes, teams should adjust the buffer based on their specific circumstances, meeting schedules, and historical data.

Q3: What if team members work different hours?
A: For teams with varying work schedules, calculate capacity individually per member and sum the results.

Q4: How does part-time team members affect capacity?
A: For part-time members, adjust the daily hours accordingly in the calculation.

Q5: Should capacity include overtime?
A: No, capacity should reflect sustainable working hours. Overtime should not be included in planning.