The purpose of the company is the development and distribution of computer applications as well as consulting and training in the field of computer science. The company may establish subsidiaries and branches both domestically and abroad and may participate in other companies. The company may acquire, hold, and dispose of real estate and intellectual property rights. The company may also engage in all commercial, financial, and other activities that are directly or indirectly related to the purpose of the company. The company may grant loans and other direct or indirect financings to affiliated companies and third parties, including their (direct and indirect) shareholders as well as their affiliated companies, and provide securities of any kind for their obligations, including by way of pledges on or fiduciary transfers of the company's assets or guarantees of any kind, whether or not for a fee.