The institute is active in all aspects of information management, focusing on the impacts of digital transformation, information representation and knowledge extraction.

The various projects are largely financed by the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF), as well as by third-party funds from collaborations with the business community. Several projects have conducted to scientific publications, doctoral theses and patents.

The institute also provides training in the field of information systems, through courses adapted to the requirements of today's markets. In particular, the institute offers a data science module (Data science for Business) for master students as well as digital reinforcement courses for Bachelor students.