The company's purpose is to develop, operate and market computer-based products and solutions, provide services related to these products and solutions, as well as consulting in the areas of information technology and organizational development. The company may establish branches, agencies and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, manage and sell participations in other companies, or merge with them. It may acquire, establish, manage, encumber and sell real estate in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, sell and exploit patents, licenses and other intellectual property, provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, and grant guarantees and warranties for subsidiaries and third parties.