How can teams assess their capacity for future work in Jira?

Teams can assess their capacity for future work in Jira by comparing previous sprint velocities because historical velocity provides insights into how much work a team has completed in past sprints. This metric helps teams anticipate how much work they can realistically commit to in future sprints based on their performance trends. By examining the amount of story points, tasks, or issues completed over time, teams can establish a reliable baseline for planning upcoming work.

Understanding past performance allows teams to make informed decisions about workload, improving their sprint planning and ensuring they do not over-commit or under-utilize their resources. This practice also facilitates continuous improvement, as teams can adjust their future planning based on what they have learned about their own rhythms and capacity over several iterations.