The company's purpose is to provide Contract Research Organization (CRO) services to support the research and development of pharmaceuticals and medical devices, as well as clinical trials, to accompany regulatory decisions and to conduct all related business. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, and 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, as well as guarantees and sureties for subsidiaries and third parties.