The company's purpose is to provide consulting services in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries, as well as to offer further education in the field of technology. 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 grant guarantees and warranties for its subsidiaries and third parties.