Sprint Planning Checklist Template
Review backlog, assess capacity, set sprint goals, and assign tasks.
This free project management checklist template includes 5 tasks organized into 2 sections. Use it to streamline your sprint planning process.
Preparation
Review backlog and priorities
Review the product backlog to ensure items are groomed, estimated, and prioritized before the planning session.
- Backlog Items Reviewed (required)
- Backlog Health Check (required) — Options: All items estimated, Acceptance criteria defined, Priority order confirmed, Dependencies identified
Assess team capacity
Determine the team's available capacity for the upcoming sprint, accounting for holidays, time off, and other commitments.
- Available Team Members (required)
- Total Story Points Available (required)
Planning Session
Define sprint goal
Agree on a clear, concise sprint goal that gives the team a shared objective for the iteration.
- Sprint Goal (required)
- Sprint Duration (required) — Options: 1 Week, 2 Weeks, 3 Weeks, 4 Weeks
Assign tasks
Break down sprint backlog items into tasks and assign them to team members based on skill set and availability.
- Total Tasks Assigned (required)
- Story Points Committed (required)
Document sprint plan
Capture the finalized sprint plan including the goal, committed items, assignments, and any known risks or blockers.
- Sprint Plan Summary (required)
- Sprint End Date (required)