The purpose of the company is to offer services in the field of software solution development and product innovation; management, technology and process consulting as well as training, research and development as a service and trade in products in these areas. The company can acquire, develop, manage and exploit patents, licenses, trademarks and manufacturing processes as well as technical and industrial knowledge, trade in goods and products of all kinds. The company can establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company can acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It can also provide financing for its own account or for the account of third parties and provide security for liabilities of affiliated companies.