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If a Windows program doesn't have the rights to access a system file, Registry key, or carry out some other task, running it as an administrator might solve the problem - but this won't always be the case. RunAsTrustedInstaller runs programs with the same privileges as the even more powerful TrustedInstaller, and could make all the difference. Alternatively, pass either file a program name (RunAsTi64 regedit) in a script or shortcut and it'll launch an elevated version directly.

To check this for yourself, run a copy of Process Explorer, double-click on the extra-privileged program and choose the Security tab. The account list should include NT SERVICETrustedInstaller as an Owner.

Double-clicking RunAsTI.exe (32-bit) or RunAsTI64.exe (64-bit) opens a command window with TrustedInstaller rights, and any application you launch inherits the same privileges. Run REGEDIT, for instance, and you may be able to access areas you couldn't reach before.
Alternatively, pass either file a program name (RunAsTi64 regedit) in a script or shortcut and it'll launch an elevated version directly.
To check this for yourself, run a copy of Process Explorer, double-click on the extra-privileged program and choose the Security tab. The account list should include NT SERVICETrustedInstaller as an Owner.