The firm, a subsidiary of Societe Generale Group, focuses on investing in growth-stage companies through buyouts in various sectors including business products, consumer services, healthcare, energy, and technology. It typically invests in rounds with 2-3 participants and has a preference for startups that are 16-20 years old. Some of its notable portfolio companies include HR Path and X-treme Video, and it has been active in the investment space since 1973.