to propose, provide, execute and market any consulting, development, technical integration, support or assistance services, as well as personnel placement and service leasing, in the fields of information systems, networks and organization. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries and may participate in other companies, both in Switzerland and abroad, and, in general, carry out any activity directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, hold and dispose of real estate, both in Switzerland and abroad. It may carry out, either on its own account or on behalf of third parties, all financial transactions, as well as act as guarantor or surety for subsidiaries or third parties.