CTTI遵循“服务智库评价为主、兼顾数据管理需求”设计原则，是一项集元数据设计、功能布局、架构搭建、机制设计于一体的智库索引与数据管理系统。CTTI元数据包括52个对象、3661个数据字段和1027个数据字典；具备数据采集、检索、统计与评价等系统功能；搭建了安全高效的智库云部署模式和用户分层服务方案；构建了CTTI智库认证、荣誉供给、来源智库品牌及年度论坛等共建共享机制。

CTTI, adhering to the design principle of "prioritizing service for think tank evaluations while also addressing data management needs," is a comprehensive system for think tank indexing and data management that integrates metadata design, functional layout, architectural construction, and mechanism design. CTTI metadata comprises 52 objects, 3,361 data fields, and 1,027 data dictionaries. The system possesses functionalities like data collection, searching, statistics, and evaluations. It has established a secure and efficient cloud deployment model for think tanks and a tiered user service plan. Additionally, it has set up collaborative mechanisms such as CTTI think tank certification, honor provision, source think tank branding, and annual forums.