Team Capacity Calculator

Team Capacity Formula:

\[ \text{Team Capacity} = \text{Number of Members} \times \text{Available Days} \times \text{Hours per Day} \times \text{Velocity Adjustment} \]

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1. What is Team Capacity?

Team Capacity in agile methodology refers to the total amount of work a team can complete in a given time period, typically measured in story points or hours. It helps in planning sprints and managing workload effectively.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Team Capacity formula:

\[ \text{Team Capacity} = \text{Number of Members} \times \text{Available Days} \times \text{Hours per Day} \times \text{Velocity Adjustment} \]

Where:

Number of Members — Total team members working
Available Days — Number of working days in the sprint
Hours per Day — Average working hours per team member per day
Velocity Adjustment — Team's historical velocity factor (usually between 0.7-1.0)

Explanation: This formula accounts for team size, available time, and historical performance to estimate realistic capacity.

3. Importance of Team Capacity Calculation

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

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter number of team members, available working days, average hours per day, and velocity adjustment factor based on historical team performance.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a typical velocity adjustment value?
A: Velocity adjustment typically ranges from 0.7 to 1.0, based on the team's historical performance and efficiency.

Q2: How often should team capacity be calculated?
A: Team capacity should be calculated at the beginning of each sprint to account for changes in team composition and availability.

Q3: Should non-working days be included in available days?
A: No, available days should only include actual working days when team members are expected to contribute to the sprint.

Q4: How does team member experience affect capacity?
A: Team member experience and skill levels are typically reflected in the velocity adjustment factor rather than individual hourly rates.

Q5: Can this calculator be used for distributed teams?
A: Yes, but you may need to adjust for timezone differences and consider separate calculations for team members in different locations.