Section 14.126 Capacity Planning

Question 1

Capacity Planning

Answer 1

Critical strategic planning effort for organisations to ensure an organisation is prepared to meet future demands in a cost-effective manner

Capacity planning is the process of predicting future IT resource needs and developing a cost-effective strategy to meet those demands without over- or under-provisioning.

Question 2

Four Main Aspects of Capacity Planning

People

Answer 2

Analyse current personnel skills and capacity

● Forecast future personnel needs for hiring, training, or downsizing
● Ensure the right number of people with the right skills for strategic
objectives

Example: Hiring seasonal employees for holiday retail demand

Question 3

Four Main Aspects of Capacity Planning

Technology

Answer 3

Assess current technology resources and their usage

● Predict future technology demands
● Consider scalability and potential investments in new technology

Example: Ensuring an e-commerce platform can handle traffic spikes

Question 4

Four Main Aspects of Capacity Planning

Infrastructure

Answer 4

Plan for physical spaces and utilities to support operations

● Includes office spaces, data centers, and more
● Optimise space and power consumption

Example: Data center capacity planning for server installations

Question 5

Four Main Aspects of Capacity Planning

Processes

Answer 5

Optimise business processes for varying demand levels

● Streamline workflows, improve efficiency, and consider outsourcing

Example: Automating employee onboarding to handle high demand