The company's purpose is to engage in the trade, sale, and provision of services in the field of electronic data processing. This includes, in particular, process and technology consulting, conception, development, procurement, distribution, training, installation, and maintenance of hardware, communication solutions, and networks of all kinds, as well as software products such as application and system solutions. All services can also be provided on behalf of and for third parties. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries both domestically and abroad, and may participate in other companies both domestically and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, dispose of, and manage real estate both domestically and abroad. It may also arrange financing for its own or third-party account and provide security for the liabilities of affiliated companies.