The company's purpose is to acquire, hold, manage and exploit patents, trademarks, licenses and other intellectual property rights, to provide consulting and related services, and to develop, manufacture, trade and distribute goods of all kinds. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad. The company may acquire, manage, encumber and sell real estate. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that are connected with the company's purpose.