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Free WSJF Calculator
Calculate weighted shortest job first from relative cost-of-delay components and job size.
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What does this calculator do?
WSJF compares the cost of delaying a job with the time needed to complete it, favoring relatively valuable, shorter jobs.
Calculate your result
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Formula or structure
(Business value + time criticality + risk reduction) / job size
Method reference: SAFe guidance on WSJF
Worked example
Value 8 + time criticality 5 + risk reduction 3 = 16 cost-of-delay points; size 4 gives WSJF 4.
How to use it
- Read the field descriptions and use one consistent set of units.
- Enter your own figures or select Load example to inspect a worked scenario.
- Review the result alongside the assumptions below.
- Copy or download the output, then assign the next action in your planning workflow.
Assumptions and interpretation
Use relative scores from the same comparison set. WSJF is a sequencing aid, not a financial valuation or a substitute for dependency checks.
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How does the wsjf calculator work?
WSJF compares the cost of delaying a job with the time needed to complete it, favoring relatively valuable, shorter jobs.
Do I need an account to use this tool?
No. This tool is free to use in your browser without signing in. My First Task is optional if you want to manage the resulting work in a shared workspace.
Are my inputs uploaded or saved?
The tool processes inputs locally in the browser and does not upload them or store them in an account. Copy or download any results you want to keep before leaving the page.
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