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How is sprint capacity calculated?

Sprint capacity = Team Size × Hours/Day × Work Days × Focus Factor. Work Days = Sprint Days − Holidays. The focus factor (typically 70-85%) accounts for meetings, email, and non-sprint work. Convert to story points using historical velocity or an hours-per-story-point ratio.

What is a good focus factor for sprint capacity?

A focus factor of 80% is common for mature teams. New teams or teams with significant support duties may use 70%. Teams with minimal interruptions can reach 85-90%. Never assume 100% — people always have non-sprint work.

Should I use velocity or capacity for sprint planning?

Velocity (historical average of completed story points) is the most reliable predictor. Use capacity as a cross-check — if capacity is significantly lower than velocity (e.g., due to holidays), reduce the commitment. If capacity is higher, don't over-commit — velocity reflects reality.

Agile Sprint Capacity & Velocity Calculator

Team Size (people)

Hours/Day per Person

Sprint Length (days)

Holidays in Sprint

Historical Velocity (SP) — optional

Focus Factor (%)

Sprint Planning Tips

Always commit to fewer story points than capacity allows — leave a 10-15% buffer for unplanned work and estimation errors. Track actual velocity over 3-4 sprints to establish a reliable baseline. If the team consistently completes more than committed, gradually increase commitments.