Driving Sustainable Impact Through Strategy, Systems, and Leadership
Lindberg Consulting and Sustainable Solutions LLC helps organizations bridge the gap between vision and execution. Founded by Travis “TJ” Lindberg, a West Point graduate and systems engineer, the firm brings together proven methods in IT and engineering program management, process improvement, policy planning, and sustainability strategy.
Guided by evidence-based frameworks and real-world experience, the company delivers solutions that strengthen institutions, communities, and ecosystems; balancing people, planet, and profit for enduring value.
Our Expertise
IT & Engineering Program Management
Process Improvement & Change Management
Nonprofit & Community Development
Water & Natural Resource Policy Planning
National Security Policy Planning
Strategic Analysis & Decision Support
Sustainable Solutions Framework
Whether launching a strategic initiative—such as a new policy, long-term plan, or investment decision—or executing operational efforts like technology deployments, engineering projects, or service enhancements, organizations must align their actions with enduring principles to achieve meaningful, lasting impact.
This framework draws on the Brundtland Commission’s foundational definition of sustainability and Jonathon Porritt’s Five Capitals model, emphasizing the need to deliver repeatable results within systems without degrading human, financial, or natural capital at rates that outpace replenishment. In other words, sustainable solutions must serve both present needs and future viability.
Our nine-step framework equips leaders to navigate complexity and deliver solutions that are not only effective, but truly sustainable.
Case Study
Transforming Global Engineering Visibility for the Department of Defense
Throughout my 20-year career as an Army engineer officer, I was consistently frustrated by the lack of an integrated system to provide near-real-time visibility into U.S. military engineering assets and projects worldwide. That gap hindered coordination, transparency, and strategic decision-making across the enterprise.
During my final assignment with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, I had the opportunity to change that.
As Deputy Commander and Latin American Program Director for the Mobile District, I led a collaborative effort with the Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), USACE Headquarters, U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM), the Department of Defense Joint Staff Engineers, and others to extend a combat-zone visibility tool into a global solution. We leveraged a SharePoint-based architecture that pulled data from multiple sources—including the USACE project management infrastructure—to create a unified, scalable platform.
My role included:
- Partnering with the USACE Reachback Operations Center (UROC) to improve usability and expand coverage to the USSOUTHCOM Area of Responsibility.
- Driving adoption among senior engineering leadership, persistently advocating for updates to information management processes and integration of the new system into briefings and operational planning.
- Engaging directly with General Officers and Senior Civilians across the engineering and defense communities to establish this platform as a Department of Defense standard.
The result: a $125,000 investment was transformed into a global information management solution estimated to save the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers over $5 million annually—a testament to the power of process improvement, strategic alignment, and relentless advocacy.
References:
- REDi Program Overview – ERDC
- “Closing the Information Gap: Inside the Joint Engineer Common Operating Picture,” The Military Engineer, Vol. 107, No. 698, Nov–Dec 2015 (JSTOR link)
Case Study
Enhancing the Time Away from Work Experience at a Fortune 100 Company
I spearheaded Project Possible, a strategic initiative to overhaul Albertsons’ TAFW programs from the ground up. This included:
- Standardizing policies and procedures across business units to create a unified “One Best Way” approach.
- Redesigning plan architecture to align with evolving workforce needs and regulatory requirements.
- Enhancing systems and technology, streamlining leave administration through automation and improved data flows.
- Developing communication strategies that made complex policies accessible and actionable for employees and managers.
- Building educational resources to empower frontline staff and HR teams with clear, consistent guidance.
Leadership
About Travis “TJ” Lindberg
Travis “TJ” Lindberg is an Arizona native, avid outdoor and sports enthusiast, West Point graduate, and combat veteran with a strong foundation in engineering, operational planning, and process design. Since transitioning from military service in 2015, he has built a career in Information Technology—primarily as a Project and Program Manager—while also serving as a systems analyst with a focus on process improvement in both the military and private sector.
Drawing from a broad educational background and a diverse range of personal and professional experiences, TJ has come to recognize that his skillset defies conventional categories. He thrives at the intersection of strategy and execution, blending technical rigor with creative leadership to help organizations solve complex problems, build sustainable systems, and deliver lasting impact.
Through Lindberg Consulting and Sustainable Solutions LLC, TJ partners with mission-driven organizations to align operations with enduring principles—bridging the gap between vision and implementation to create solutions that last.
Education and Certifications include:
- United States Miliary Academy, BS (Engineering Management – Civil Engineering)
- University of Arizona, MS (Systems and Industrial Engineering)
- Professional Engineer – Industrial (State of Arizona)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
