Sprint Capacity Calculator
Calculate team capacity for sprint planning
About this calculator
The Sprint Capacity Calculator helps Scrum teams accurately estimate their available capacity for upcoming sprints by factoring in team size, sprint duration, holidays, and individual availability. This tool enables product owners and scrum masters to make data-driven decisions during sprint planning, ensuring realistic commitments and preventing team burnout. By calculating total person-hours or story points available, teams can better align their sprint goals with actual capacity, leading to more successful sprint outcomes and improved team velocity tracking.
How to use
Enter your team size, sprint duration in days, and any planned absences or holidays. Input each team member's daily availability percentage and their capacity in hours or story points. The calculator will automatically compute your total sprint capacity, helping you determine how much work to commit to during sprint planning sessions.
Frequently asked questions
How do I account for team members working part-time?
Enter their availability as a percentage. For example, if someone works 4 hours out of 8, enter 50% availability in the calculator.
Should I include buffer time for unexpected issues?
Yes, consider reducing calculated capacity by 10-20% to account for unexpected meetings, bugs, or other interruptions that commonly occur during sprints.
How often should I recalculate sprint capacity?
Recalculate for each sprint during sprint planning, especially when team composition changes or when historical velocity data suggests capacity adjustments are needed.