The company's purpose is the design, manufacture and distribution of precision mechanical and electronic devices and components, in particular in the field of data technology. The company's purpose also includes the exploitation of intangible patents and rights in this field. Furthermore, the company's purpose is to trade and manage real estate and to trade in automobiles. In addition, the company is also authorized to participate directly or indirectly in other similar businesses in Switzerland and abroad, to acquire them, to establish branches in other locations and to carry out all legal transactions that appear suitable for achieving and promoting the company's purpose.