Development of software and engineering for technical automation systems and other plants and machines, as well as the purchase and sale of hardware and software. May establish branch offices and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. Furthermore, it may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad, arrange financing for its own account or for third-party account, and provide guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.