The company's purpose is to provide services in the field of electronic data processing, as well as to develop and distribute software and related projects and products, and to provide consulting and support services in the areas of General Management, Venture Capital and Private Equity. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing for its own account or for third-party account, and grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties. The company may grant direct or indirect financing to third parties, including direct or indirect shareholders of the company or companies in which they are involved, whether through loans or other financing or by providing securities or guarantees of any kind, whether against payment or not. Furthermore, the company may conclude cash pooling agreements with other group companies.