The company's purpose is to produce, reproduce and exploit digital, sound and image information from the sectors of industry, archiving, education and entertainment; both domestically and internationally; in a contractual relationship or on its own account; including computer technology. The company may conduct all business that is directly or indirectly necessary for the aforementioned purpose. This includes the purchase and sale of rights, expertise, teaching materials, patents and trademark protection, as well as their management and licensing agreements with third parties. The company may engage in the related business of equipment trading, equipment rental, equipment leasing and import and export transactions. It may conduct the necessary market research, in-house developments and resulting marketing activities. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as 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.