The phrase "sophisticated tools" refers to advanced and high-quality equipment or instruments that are complex and effective for getting tasks done efficiently. Full definition
Using sophisticated tools for data, networking, systems for trading and other requirements of the business are satisfied. (octafinance.com)
Some of the transformations that we see are ones we are causing, and some are new to us only because we are looking in greater detail and with more sophisticated tools. (science.sciencemag.org)