Biner

What Biner does

Biner Group AB is a privately held Swedish consulting and education company headquartered in Gothenburg (Lindholmspiren 7A) that serves large enterprises and public-sector organizations with digital transformation, agile adoption, enterprise architecture, and business analysis services. Founded in 2000 and led by founder/CEO Henrik Attefors alongside co-founder Lars Lundgren, the firm operates through two interlocking revenue streams: billable consulting engagements delivered by senior practitioners, and Biner Academy's certified training catalog covering SAFe, TOGAF, IIBA/BABOK, PRINCE2, and AI-adjacent curricula. The customer base is dominated by Swedish and Nordic enterprises — including Volvo, Polestar, H&M, Mölnlycke, Vattenfall, Göteborg Energi, and Västra Götalandsregionen — engaged through direct sales led by Sales Lead Marie Bredberg.

The firm's defensibility rests on a portfolio of scarce accreditations that are not interchangeable: IIBA Endorsed Education Partner status (Biner is IIBA's only Swedish partner company, since 2013), Scaled Agile Silver Transformation Partner status (since 2018), The Open Group representation for Sweden and Norway, and AXELOS/Peoplecert ATO status for PRINCE2. Course delivery is multi-modal — instructor-led classroom in Gothenburg, virtual classroom, on-site corporate training, and globally accessible self-paced e-learning for TOGAF Foundation and BABOK Introduction. With 33 employees averaging more than ten years of practical experience and an internal Biner Consultants Academy for ongoing development, Biner functions as a senior-led boutique rather than a junior-staff-augmented body shop.

Recent product direction is concentrated on AI augmentation rather than AI product development. Biner has added AI Prompting, AI for Leaders, AI for Business Analysts & Project Managers, and AI elements to its Business Analysis in Practice and SAFe Scrum Master curricula, alongside a dedicated AI Advisory consulting service. Distribution is complemented by thought-leadership channels including LinkedIn, webinars, and community events such as Women Aiming Higher 2025. The business is bootstrapped, founder-controlled, and self-funded with no disclosed external investment.

Name

Biner

Legal name

Biner Group AB

Website

https://biner.se

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Biner is a Gothenburg-based Swedish consulting and education firm that helps large enterprises implement digital transformation, agile methods, enterprise architecture, and AI adoption through senior-led consulting engagements and certified training courses under SAFe, TOGAF, IIBA, and AXELOS accreditations.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Digital Transformation and Agile Training & Consulting

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Computer Training (611420)

akta.pro primary industry

Cloud, DevOps & Software Engineering Certifications (EDAAANAH)

akta.pro secondary industries

AI/ML Solution Integration & MLOps Enablement (BPAEAAAJ), Cloud & DevOps (EDAAAPAE)

Keywords

• Digital transformation consulting
• Agile and SAFe training
• Enterprise architecture (TOGAF)
• Business analysis (BABOK)
• Project management training

Headquarters

HQ city

Göteborg

HQ country

Sweden

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Consulting Services: Biner provides expert consultants for digital transformation, agile implementation, project management, architecture, and business analysis engagements. Revenue generated through billable consulting hours and project-based engagements.
2. Training and Education: Biner Academy offers certified courses in SAFe, TOGAF, Agile methods, Business Analysis, Project Management, and AI. Revenue generated through course fees, certification exams, and corporate training programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Biner is a Swedish consulting and education firm that delivers senior consultancy and certified training for digital transformation, agile methods (SAFe, Scrum, Product Owner), enterprise architecture (TOGAF), business analysis (BABOK/IIBA), project management (PRINCE2), and AI adoption (AI prompting, AI for leaders, AI for BAs/PMs). Commercial offerings split into two streams: Biner Consulting services (agile roles, architects, business analysts, project leaders, plus dedicated services such as Agile & DevOps Optimization, Transformation Enablement, AI advisory, and the Biner Data Intermediary Service) and Biner Academy courses sold per seat in Gothenburg, virtually, on-site, and via e-learning, with certifications accredited by Scaled Agile, The Open Group, IIBA, and AXELOS/Peoplecert.

Product overview

Biner is a consulting and education company offering a portfolio of training courses and consulting services focused on digital transformation, agile methodologies, and enterprise architecture. The core product portfolio consists of certification courses (SAFe, TOGAF, Scrum/Product Owner) and AI-focused training (AI Prompting, AI for Business Analysts, AI for Leaders, Business Analysis in Practice with AI). These are complemented by consulting services including AI Advisory, Agile & DevOps Optimization, Transformation Enablement, and Biner Data Intermediary Service. The company also operates Biner Consultants Academy as an internal professional development program. Course delivery formats include instructor-led classroom training (primarily in Gothenburg), virtual classroom, online e-learning, and blended learning combinations. Certifications are offered in partnership with international organizations including Scaled Agile (SAFe), The Open Group (TOGAF), IIBA (BABOK), and AXELOS (PRINCE2).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AI Prompting Specialist (Course) One-day course teaching practical generative-AI prompting skills using large language models such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, with hands-on exercises covering tools like Runway and Adobe Firefly. Aimed at professionals who want to apply generative AI in daily work.
• AI Prompting Foundation (Course) Introductory one-day course on AI prompting fundamentals covering generative-AI basics, effective prompt-engineering techniques, and practical workplace applications of AI tools. Priced at 6,995 SEK excluding VAT and includes lunch.
• AI for Business Analysts & Project Managers (Course) Course preparing business analysts and project managers to leverage AI in their roles, covering how AI reshapes organizational operations and decision-making processes.
• AI for Leaders - Transform your organization with AI (Course) Leadership course providing tools for using AI thoughtfully in business, focusing on value creation and helping managers understand and implement AI strategically in their organizations.
• Business Analysis in Practice with AI (Course) Updated business-analysis course integrating AI as a natural tool in analysis work, combining theory with practice through a continuous case study and around twenty group exercises using both plan-driven and adaptive approaches.
• Leading SAFe 6.0 (Course) Two-day certification course training leaders to implement the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) and lead Lean-Agile transformations in large organizations.
• Product Owner Boot Camp (Course) Two-day intensive training providing essential knowledge and practical experience for succeeding as a Product Owner, covering backlog management, sprint planning, and agile techniques. Priced at 15,950 SEK excluding VAT and includes course materials, lunch and refreshments.
• SAFe DevOps 6.0 (Course) Two-day certification course covering DevOps principles within SAFe, including continuous-delivery-pipeline mapping, value stream management, and CALMR methodology. Priced at 17,495 SEK excluding VAT and includes the SAFe DevOps Practitioner certification exam.
• SAFe for Architects 6.0 (Course) Three-day certification course preparing architects to enable continuous value flow in Lean-Agile organizations, covering architecture for DevOps, release on demand, and PI planning. Priced at 26,995 SEK excluding VAT and includes a certification exam attempt and course materials.
• SAFe for Teams 6.0 (Course) Two-day certification course teaching tactical skills for high-performing team members in Agile Release Trains, covering Scrum, Kanban, XP practices, and continuous delivery. Priced at 17,495 SEK excluding VAT and includes a certification exam attempt, course materials, lunch and refreshments.
• SAFe Lean Portfolio Management 6.0 (Course) Three-day certification course covering tools and techniques for implementing Lean Portfolio Management, including strategic decisions, investment handling, and portfolio Kanban. Priced at 23,995 SEK excluding VAT and includes the LPM certification exam.
• SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (Course, updated with AI elements) Certification course updated with AI elements, covering product ownership responsibilities, backlog management, and strategic alignment within SAFe organizations.
• SAFe Scrum Master (Course, updated 2026 with AI elements) Two-day certification course training Scrum Masters in a SAFe context, with AI components for facilitation support, pattern identification, and continuous improvement. Priced at 17,995 SEK excluding VAT and includes the SAFe 6.0 Scrum Master certification exam.
• Sparx Enterprise Architect (Course) Training course for the Sparx Enterprise Architect modelling tool, covering requirements modelling and architecture documentation in an enterprise context.
• The Phoenix Project - A DevOps Business Simulation (Course) Simulation-based course based on the novel by Gene Kim, teaching DevOps principles through interactive exercises in a simulated company environment.
• TOGAF Management Overview (Course) One-day introductory course for IT leaders on the TOGAF framework, covering architecture governance, structure, and strategic leadership applications. Priced at 8,995 SEK excluding VAT; available on-site or online.
• TOGAF Training Foundation (E-learning Course) Self-paced e-learning course covering Enterprise Architecture principles and TOGAF framework fundamentals aligned with The Open Group certification requirements, with six months of access.
• TOGAF Training Foundation & Practitioner (Blended Course) Combined certification course (e-learning plus 3-day classroom) for TOGAF Foundation and Practitioner levels, accredited by The Open Group, covering ADM methodology and practical application.
• Biner Data Intermediary Service (Consulting Service) All-in-one service for handling regulated data, providing comprehensive support for data management and compliance in complex organizational environments.
• Agile & DevOps Optimization (Consulting Service) Consulting service helping organizations optimize their agile practices and DevOps workflows to improve delivery efficiency and value flow.
• Transformation Enablement (Consulting Service) Service helping organizations navigate digital transformation journeys, providing strategic guidance and operational support throughout change initiatives.
• AI - Artificial Intelligence (AI Consulting Service) AI advisory service helping organizations develop AI strategies, implement AI solutions, and integrate AI into business operations and workflows.

Quantifiable outcome

• Organizations gain improved processes, increased competence, new meeting structures, and more efficient ways of working after Biner engagements

Named customers15 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Biner is a Silver Transformation Partner in the Scaled Agile Partner Network since 2018. They offer SAFe certification courses including SAFe for Teams, SAFe for Architects, SAFe DevOps, SAFe Scrum Master, and SAFe Lean Portfolio Management. Biner helps enterprises become more agile and competitive using the world's largest framework for agile practices.
• The Open GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiner is a partner to The Open Group, an institute that develops standards and certifications within IT. They provide accredited TOGAF 9 Training courses and participate in The Architecture Forum. Biner represents The Open Group in Sweden and Norway and organizes local conferences.
• IIBA (International Institute of Business Analysis)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiner Academy is an Endorsed Education Partner (EEP) to IIBA since 2013. IIBA is a business analysis organization with over 29,000 members. Biner is their only Swedish partner company. IIBA stands behind the BABOK standard which Biner uses in their courses.
• AXELOS and PeoplecertminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiner is an Accredited Training Organization (ATO) for PRINCE2, meaning their courses are quality-assured by Peoplecert and provide solid preparation for certification.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Crisp: Swedish agile transformation and coaching consultancy offering SAFe, Scrum, and DevOps services for Nordic enterprises. Closest direct peer to Biner given similar methodology focus, enterprise target market, and Nordic geographic scope.
• Edument: Nordic education provider offering courses in software development, agile methods, and emerging technologies to professionals and corporates. Directly comparable to Biner Academy's course catalog and Swedish/Scandinavian training delivery.
• Manifesto Partners: Swedish agile coaching and consulting firm specializing in organizational agility and product development. Directly comparable to Biner in offering agile transformation consulting paired with training and certifications in the Nordic market.
• BestBrains: Swedish IT training company offering certified courses in agile, cloud, and software engineering for individuals and corporate teams. Overlaps with Biner's open-enrollment training offerings in the Swedish market.
• Softhouse: Swedish software development and digital transformation consultancy that combines consulting with training in agile and modern engineering practices. Comparable to Biner's dual consulting/training model and Nordic enterprise focus.

Broad incumbents

• AFRY: Major Nordic engineering, design, and consulting group with broad digital, IT, and management advisory practices. Overlaps with Biner's digital transformation consulting in Nordic enterprise accounts but operates at much larger scale.
• Devoteam: European IT consultancy focused on cloud, data, and AI transformation with established Nordic presence. Provides similar digital/AI advisory services to Biner but with broader delivery capabilities and international reach.
• Capgemini Sweden: Global IT services and consulting firm with a Swedish practice covering digital transformation, enterprise architecture, and agile at scale. Competes for the same enterprise clients as Biner but at significantly larger scale.
• Accenture Sweden: Global professional services firm with a Nordic presence offering strategy, consulting, and technology services including digital transformation and AI. A broad incumbent competitor for large Swedish enterprise transformation mandates.
• Knowit: Nordic IT and digital consultancy spanning strategy, design, and technology across multiple industries. Larger incumbent offering overlapping digital transformation and agile services to enterprise clients in Sweden and the Nordics.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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