Use our free Capacity Planning Template to systematically evaluate, manage and optimize your IT capacity, ensuring alignment with business needs.
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Identify the Scope of the Capacity Planning Process
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Determine Current and Future Business Needs
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Monitor Current IT Capacity
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Analyze Historical Trends
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Estimate Future IT Capacity Requirements
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Select Capacity Planning Tools
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Develop the Capacity Plan
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Approval: Capacity Plan
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Implement the Capacity Plan
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Monitor and Update the Capacity Plan as Needed
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Prepare a Back-Up Plan for Surge in Demand
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Determine the Impact of New Initiatives on Capacity
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Review Upcoming Business Changes
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Use Predictive Modeling for Capacity Forecasting
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Approval: Forecasting Model
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Update Resource Utilization Records
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Conduct Regular IT Infrastructure Audits
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Create Capacity Planning Reports
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Approval: Capacity Planning Reports
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Develop and Train Team in Capacity Planning
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Review and Update Capacity Planning Policy
Identify the Scope of the Capacity Planning Process
Define the boundaries of the capacity planning process. Determine which systems, resources, and departments will be included. Identify the goals and objectives of the capacity planning process and how it aligns with the overall business strategy. Clearly outline the scope to ensure all relevant aspects are considered.
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IT systems only
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All company systems
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Specific departments
Determine Current and Future Business Needs
Assess the current business needs and evaluate future requirements. Identify the factors influencing capacity needs, such as growth projections, new initiatives, or upcoming business changes. Determine the specific business requirements for the capacity planning process to meet present and future demands.
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Growth projections
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New initiatives
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Upcoming business changes
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Others
Monitor Current IT Capacity
Analyze Historical Trends
Estimate Future IT Capacity Requirements
Select Capacity Planning Tools
Develop the Capacity Plan
Approval: Capacity Plan
Will be submitted for approval:
Develop the Capacity Plan
Will be submitted
Implement the Capacity Plan
Monitor and Update the Capacity Plan as Needed
Prepare a Back-Up Plan for Surge in Demand
Determine the Impact of New Initiatives on Capacity
