The company's purpose is to conduct research, development and distribution of electronic components and parts, as well as to provide services of all kinds in these fields. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, acquire, manage, use and transfer licenses, patents and other intangible rights, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland (in compliance with the provisions of the Federal Act on the Acquisition of Real Estate by Persons Abroad) 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 affiliated companies and third parties.