
Dieter Strasser
Viable Projects GmbH
Dieter Strasser is a Level 2 Ambassador of Agile Academy, widely respected for his work in helping individuals and organizations build sustainable and adaptive systems. Since 1992, he has made a lasting impact as a trainer, coach, facilitator, author, and active contributor to product development and professional communities. As founder and managing director of Viable Projects GmbH in Austria, Dieter focuses on bringing business agility to life through lean, people-centered methods.
He supports transformation efforts using a variety of frameworks including Kanban, Personal Kanban, AgilePM, AgileBA, OBM, and The Responsibility Process. Dieter’s coaching is known for being rational, grounded, and practical—rooted in empathetic listening, sustainable thinking, and a clear commitment to respectful collaboration.
Experience
Dieter Strasser is the founder and managing director of Viable Projects GmbH in Austria. Since 1992, he has been helping individuals and organizations create structures that support meaningful, long-term growth. With decades of experience across industries, Dieter has established himself as a highly sought-after trainer, coach, facilitator, author, reviewer, and contributor to various educational programs and agile certifications.
He works across a broad range of industries including automotive, finance, telecom, healthcare, and construction, supporting agile transformation and product innovation through modular frameworks such as Kanban, Personal Kanban, Organizational Behavior Management (OBM), AgilePM, AgileBA, and The Responsibility Process. His portfolio includes delivering simulation-based learning such as Challenge of Egypt, TOPMeeting, and The Phoenix Project.
Dieter is known for questioning dogma and translating complex concepts into practical, scalable outcomes. His solutions are lean, applicable in day-to-day work, and focused on value creation and systemic impact. His work is underpinned by a deep sense of empathy and a coaching style that combines clarity, structure, and respect.
Dieter is a Certified Management Consultant (CMC) and accredited trainer in Kanban, AgilePM, AgileBA, OBM, Facilitation, and The Responsibility Process. He also holds certifications in Transactional Analysis, Systemic Coaching, ROMPC, and Free the Limbic.
Languages
- English
- German
Industries
- Automotive & Mobility
- Energy & Natural Resources
- Financial Services
- Healthcare & Life Sciences
- Infrastructure & Construction
- Machinery & Equipment
- Metals
- Real Estate
- Technology
- Telecommunications
- Transportation
Certifications


Agile Academy Ambassador
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- Delivering certified training and e-learning courses to build practical Agile skills.
- Providing transformation coaching for teams and organizations.
- Sharing insights through articles, case studies, and thought leadership.
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Work with Dieter Strasser
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Contact usLinks, Articles & Case Studies
Motive zum Einsatz von AgilePM (German)
In this webinar, Dieter discusses the motivations for using AgilePM, highlighting its practical and reproducible methodology that balances good project management standards with the agility and empowerment of Agile approaches.
Read more →Fit for Purpose mit Dieter Strasser
During an Agile Wednesday session, Dieter explores the concept of "Fit for Purpose," emphasizing the importance of aligning services with customer expectations and delivering quality that meets stakeholder needs.
Read more →A Specific Obeya for Agile Product Development
Co-authored by Dieter Strasser and Olaf Bublitz, this article delves into the use of Obeya rooms in Agile product development, presenting a visual language designed to enhance transparency, collaboration, and decision-making.
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