Capacity Planning in Four Parts - Telling the Future without a Crystal Ball

Discover a practical approach to capacity planning in this 35-minute conference talk from SREcon18 Europe. Learn how to transition from reactive node expansion to proactive capacity management through a four-step process. Explore methods for monitoring current resources, planning for future needs, implementing and enforcing capacity plans, and reducing toil through regular re-evaluation. Gain insights into common pitfalls and how to avoid them, while developing a more strategic approach to meeting demand. Ideal for SREs and engineers looking to improve their infrastructure management skills and sleep better at night.