The purpose of the company is the development, production, distribution, trade, acquisition, sale and maintenance of all kinds of software and hardware products, as well as the provision of all related services, including consulting and training. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.