The company's purpose is to provide consulting and other services, in particular to the public administration, the private economy and other institutions. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. Furthermore, the company may conduct all business that is suitable to promote the development of the company and the achievement of its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, as well as acquire and exploit industrial property rights, intellectual property rights and know-how. It may also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties, as well as grant guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.