Calculate the True Cost of Context Switching

From the Article: "The Cost of Context Switching for Devs"

Context switching is one of the biggest threats to developer productivity. It may seem like a minor inconvenience, but the costs are high for losing focus. Try out this simple calculator and see for yourself!

NOTE: This calculator assumes Context Switches are due to pipeline / environment waits.  Imagine the costs due to additional dev interruptions!

Context Switching Cost Calculator


Fully loaded cost including salary, benefits, overhead, etc.
 

Research shows 15-23 minutes to regain focus after interruption.
 

How many times a developer switches contexts due to pipeline/environment waits.
 

Typically 230-250 working days per year accounting for holidays, PTO, etc.