1. What Is Capacity In Scrum?

Capacity in Scrum represents the total amount of work a team can commit to during a sprint, measured in story points. It helps teams plan realistically and avoid overcommitment.

2. How Does The Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the capacity formula:

Where:

• \( Team Velocity \) — Average story points completed per sprint
• \( Sprint Length \) — Number of sprints being planned
• \( Capacity \) — Total story points the team can deliver

Explanation: This calculation helps teams forecast how much work they can complete over multiple sprints based on their historical performance.

3. Importance Of Capacity Calculation

Details: Accurate capacity planning ensures teams don't overcommit, helps with release planning, and provides stakeholders with realistic delivery expectations.

4. Using The Calculator

Tips: Enter team velocity (based on historical data) and the number of sprints you're planning for. Both values must be positive numbers.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is team velocity?
A: Team velocity is the average number of story points a team completes per sprint, calculated from past sprint performance.

Q2: How many sprints should I plan for?
A: This depends on your release cycle - typically 2-4 sprints for quarterly planning, or more for longer-term roadmaps.

Q3: Should capacity include buffer time?
A: Yes, it's recommended to plan at 80-90% of calculated capacity to account for unexpected issues and maintenance work.

Q4: What if velocity varies significantly?
A: Use a rolling average of the last 3-6 sprints, or the minimum velocity to ensure conservative planning.

Q5: Can capacity change during a planning period?
A: Yes, capacity should be reassessed each sprint as team composition, holidays, and other factors may affect availability.