Capacity Plan Block
Document resource requirements with current, projected, and peak capacity along with assumptions and recommendations.
The Capacity Plan block provides a structured format for documenting resource requirements and capacity forecasts. It captures current usage, projected needs, peak demands, and supporting assumptions, helping teams plan infrastructure investments and avoid capacity-related incidents.
When to Use
Block Properties
| Property | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Plan Name | Yes | Title for the capacity plan |
| Description | No | Overview of what the plan covers |
| Timeframe | No | Planning horizon (1 month to 5 years) |
| Growth Rate | No | Expected growth percentage |
| Resources | No | Table of resource requirements |
| Assumptions | No | Underlying assumptions for projections |
| Risks | No | Identified capacity risks |
| Recommendations | No | Suggested actions |
| Review Date | No | When to revisit the plan |
Resource Properties
| Property | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Resource | Yes | Name of the resource |
| Current | Yes | Current usage or allocation |
| Projected | Yes | Projected requirement |
| Peak | No | Peak demand expectation |
| Notes | No | Additional context |
Timeframe Guidelines
Example: Infrastructure Capacity Plan
A complete capacity plan for core infrastructure.
Example: Database Capacity Plan
A focused capacity plan for database resources.