Capacity planning modeled with constraints

Growth is limited by constraints: people, time, throughput, and ramp. We model capacity so teams can compare scenarios using consistent assumptions and timing.

Service overview

We create a capacity model that connects throughput and utilization assumptions to outcomes. The focus is on constraints and timing: ramp, onboarding, cycle times, and process limits.

Constraints

Identify and model the limiting factor in the system.

Ramp timing

Hiring and onboarding timing reflected in capacity.

Scenarios

Compare process improvements vs hiring vs demand changes.

Common problems solved

  • Growth plans don’t reflect capacity ramp constraints
  • Teams debate capacity without shared definitions
  • Utilization and cycle time assumptions aren’t documented
  • No consistent way to compare hiring vs process scenarios

What implementation includes

Capacity model

  • Constraint selection and modeling approach
  • Ramp timing and utilization assumptions
  • Scenario inputs for hiring and process changes

Outputs + documentation

  • Scenario comparison views for planning meetings
  • Definitions and assumptions documentation
  • Update steps for ongoing planning cycles

Typical outcomes

Clear constraints

Teams know what limits throughput today.

Better planning

Scenarios reflect ramp and timing realities.

Comparable options

Hiring vs process scenarios are easier to evaluate.

Decision-support and unlicensed services

This engagement focuses on modeling capacity constraints for internal planning. We explain and model; we do not provide tax, legal, audit/assurance, or investment advice, and we do not recommend regulated actions.