TIPS, or Trade and Industrial Policy Strategies, serves as an essential online resource dedicated to research on trade and industrial policy in South Africa. Established to address critical economic issues, TIPS focuses on promoting sustainable growth, economic inclusion, and navigating the complexities of industrialization. They provide a wide range of products and services, including comprehensive research papers, policy briefs, and data trackers that monitor trends in foreign direct investment, exports, and imports.

TIPS also engages in collaborative projects that explore key topics such as the green economy, climate change, and technological innovation, emphasizing the importance of transitioning to a low-carbon economy. The organization hosts annual forums and development dialogues that facilitate discussions on industrial policy and socio-economic realities, particularly in response to contemporary challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. TIPS aims to empower stakeholders through informed policy recommendations and ongoing analysis, thereby contributing significantly to South Africa's economic landscape and sustainable development goals.