How To Calculate Team Capacity In Agile

Team Capacity Formula:

\[ \text{Team Capacity} = \text{Members} \times \text{Days} \times \text{Hours/Day} \times \text{Velocity Factor} \]

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Velocity Factor:

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Team Capacity (points):

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1. What Is Team Capacity In Agile?

Team capacity in Agile represents the total available work hours a team has for a sprint or project. It helps in planning how much work the team can realistically complete within a given timeframe, considering factors like team size, working days, and velocity.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the team capacity formula:

\[ \text{Team Capacity} = \text{Members} \times \text{Days} \times \text{Hours/Day} \times \text{Velocity Factor} \]

Where:

\( \text{Members} \) — Number of team members working on the project
\( \text{Days} \) — Number of working days in the sprint/period
\( \text{Hours/Day} \) — Average productive hours per team member per day
\( \text{Velocity Factor} \) — Team's historical velocity factor (typically 0.6-0.9)

Explanation: This formula accounts for the actual available working time, adjusting for team efficiency and non-productive time.

3. Importance Of Team Capacity Calculation

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

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter the number of team members, working days in the sprint, average productive hours per day (typically 6-7 hours), and your team's velocity factor (start with 0.8 if unknown).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a typical velocity factor?
A: Most teams have a velocity factor between 0.6-0.9, with 0.8 being a common starting point for new teams.

Q2: How do I determine my team's velocity factor?
A: Track several sprints and calculate: (Actual completed story points) / (Theoretical maximum capacity).

Q3: Should vacation time be included in capacity calculation?
A: No, subtract planned time off from the total available days when calculating capacity.

Q4: How does team composition affect capacity?
A: Teams with mixed experience levels may have different capacity than uniformly skilled teams. Consider individual capacity when precise planning is needed.

Q5: Can this calculator be used for non-Agile projects?
A: Yes, the capacity calculation principle applies to any project planning methodology.