The acquisition of participations in all companies, in Switzerland and abroad, excluding all activities prohibited by the LFAIE, namely that the acquisition of participations in real estate companies in Switzerland will be limited to companies whose purpose is the acquisition of permanent establishments; the provision of all services and advice to companies, particularly in the fields of human resources and information technology; all activities in the field of information technology, particularly in the area of software trade and development. The company may, in direct or indirect relation to its purpose, carry out all financial, commercial and real estate transactions, participate in all enterprises or activities in Switzerland and abroad, create branches or subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad. It may grant guarantees, make loans or advances to associates or third parties.