Google Workspace

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Collaboration app suite for teams

About Google Workspace

Google Workspace combines all of the familiar productivity and collaboration tools by Google and combines them in an all-in-one suite for universal access across teams. The list of apps comprise: Gmail, Hangouts, Calendar, Google+, Drive, Sites, along with Google Docs, Sheets, Forms and Slides. Governance of these apps is provided by Google Admin Console and Google Vault.

Google Admin Console allows businesses to add users, manage devices and configure security settings for their data. Administrators can add and remove users, set up groups, and add verification steps and single sign on (SSO) all from a single console. This feature also includes mobile device management to facilitate BYOD and with the ability to implement security policies on iOS and Android devices. Google Vault allows users to archive, search and export on the company email and on-the-record chats for reporting and auditing.


Key benefits of Google Workspace

  • Access all Google apps at any time, anywhere from a computer, tablet or phone.

  • Use the Google Admin Console to manage all company data, mobile devices, email addresses, and security settings.

  • Organize meetings more efficiently by scheduling events in a shared calendar, sending reminders to Gmail, join video meetings with Hangouts and share presentations with Slides.

  • Create online documents, spreadsheets, surveys & forms, and presentations.

  • Share, collaborate and comment on text documents, presentations, and spreadsheets using Google Drive.

  • Build multiple project sites by choosing from hundreds of pre-built templates.

  • Use Google Vault for archiving emails and chats, e-discovery of information and export of emails and chats.

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    Google Workspace Software - Collaborate in real time with synchronous, real-time editing across devices
    Google Workspace Software - Turn meetings into video conferences from any camera-enabled device
    Google Workspace Software - Store and share files in the cloud then access, view and edit them from a computer, tablet or phone
    Google Workspace Software - Protect company data and devices with single-sign-on & two-factor authentication options
    Google Workspace Software - Enjoy professional, ad-free, custom email with 30GB of inbox storage
    Google Workspace Software - Schedule teams efficiently with integrated, online, shareable calendars
    Google Workspace Software - Share ideas and collaborate with coworkers using Google+
    Google Workspace Software - Keep files centrally stored and synced across devices
    Google Workspace Software - Collaborate in real time with synchronous, auto-save, real-time editing
    Google Workspace Software - Create and edit spreadsheets from any device
    Google Workspace Software - Create custom forms for online surveys and questionnaires
    Google Workspace Software - Create, edit and present presentations from any smart device
    Google Workspace Software - Build and launch mobile-friendly websites
    Google Workspace Software - Manage, retain, search and export email and on-the-record chats with G Suite Vault
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    Google Workspace Software - Collaborate in real time with synchronous, real-time editing across devices
    Google Workspace Software - Turn meetings into video conferences from any camera-enabled device
    Google Workspace Software - Store and share files in the cloud then access, view and edit them from a computer, tablet or phone
    Google Workspace Software - Protect company data and devices with single-sign-on & two-factor authentication options
    Google Workspace Software - Enjoy professional, ad-free, custom email with 30GB of inbox storage
    Google Workspace Software - Schedule teams efficiently with integrated, online, shareable calendars
    Google Workspace Software - Share ideas and collaborate with coworkers using Google+
    Google Workspace Software - Keep files centrally stored and synced across devices
    Google Workspace Software - Collaborate in real time with synchronous, auto-save, real-time editing
    Google Workspace Software - Create and edit spreadsheets from any device
    Google Workspace Software - Create custom forms for online surveys and questionnaires
    Google Workspace Software - Create, edit and present presentations from any smart device
    Google Workspace Software - Build and launch mobile-friendly websites
    Google Workspace Software - Manage, retain, search and export email and on-the-record chats with G Suite Vault

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    Overall rating

    4.7 /5
    (16,781)
    Value for Money
    4.6/5
    Features
    4.6/5
    Ease of Use
    4.6/5
    Customer Support
    4.3/5

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    Muqtada
    Muqtada
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    • Industry: Accounting
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10

    Efficient Collaboration with Some Limitations

    Reviewed on 12/10/2024

    My overall experience with Google Workspace has been positive. It offers seamless collaboration...

    My overall experience with Google Workspace has been positive. It offers seamless collaboration tools that make working with teams easy and efficient, with the added benefit of cloud-based access to files from anywhere. The integration with other Google services like Gmail and Calendar enhances productivity, and the user interface is straightforward and intuitive. However, there are some limitations in advanced features compared to other specialized tools, and the need for constant internet access can sometimes be a drawback. Overall, it's a reliable solution for day-to-day tasks and team collaboration.

    Pros

    Google Workspace offers seamless real-time collaboration, cloud-based access, and smooth integration with other Google services, enhancing productivity. Its strong security features and user-friendly interface make it a reliable choice for teams.

    Cons

    The main downside of Google Workspace is that some advanced features are limited compared to specialized software like Microsoft Office, particularly in handling spreadsheets and presentations. Additionally, relying entirely on internet access to work on and access files can be a challenge for some users.

    Emmanuel
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    • Industry: Education Management
    • Company size: 51–200 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    My lovely experience with Google workspece

    Reviewed on 21/10/2024

    There was a time I forgot to add the subject to the email that I composed, when I hit the send...

    There was a time I forgot to add the subject to the email that I composed, when I hit the send button, I was prompted to add the subject, or if I would like to send it without a subject. That saved me from a huge mistake.
    Great and enjoying seriously.

    Pros

    I love Google Meet, it enables me to have unlimited time to meet with my students and friends.
    I love Gmail; it is easy to access through the mobile app and friendly.
    I love Google Calendar, it keeps me updated, and I can always automatically save my schedules.

    Cons

    The search engine, I'd rather go for Gemini... smile

    Maddie
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    • Industry: Health, Wellness & Fitness
    • Company size: 11–50 Employees
    • Used Weekly for 1+ year
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    • Likelihood to recommend 4.0 /10

    More work that we don't need.

    Reviewed on 16/10/2024

    Google Workspace is incredibly difficult to use. The interface, while familiar, is not intuitive,...

    Google Workspace is incredibly difficult to use. The interface, while familiar, is not intuitive, making simple tasks unnecessarily complicated. Finding certain features or settings takes way too long, and the overall user experience feels clunky and frustrating. The integration between apps isn't as smooth as expected, and collaboration can be confusing. It ends up being more of a headache than a helpful tool.

    Pros

    It offers cool features for small businesses.

    Cons

    I hated how difficult it is to set up and use. What should be straightforward turns into a time-consuming and frustrating process. The lack of clear instructions or intuitive navigation makes it hard to get started, and even after setup, using the tools feels unnecessarily complicated. It’s not user-friendly, and I found myself wasting more time than actually getting work done.

    Alternatives Considered

    Microsoft Teams and Slack

    Reasons for Choosing Google Workspace

    I stopped using When I Work due to the high pricing and the limited number of employees we could add. The cost didn’t justify the features, and the employee cap was frustrating for a growing team. It wasn’t worth it."

    Switched From

    When I Work

    Reasons for Switching to Google Workspace

    We use everything else for google. I initially chose Google Workspace because of its reputation and the integration with other Google services. I hoped it would streamline our workflow and offer easy collaboration. Unfortunately, the difficulty in setup and use outweighed the benefits.
    ibrahim
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    • Industry: Accounting
    • Company size: Self Employed
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    "Wonderful and easy to use"

    Reviewed on 28/10/2024

    Very good and always keep progressing. Innovation.

    Very good and always keep progressing. Innovation.

    Pros

    Positives of Google

    1. Quick and comprehensive search
    2. Free applications: Gmail, Google Drive, Google Photos
    3. Google Maps: navigation and local services
    4. YouTube: educational and entertainment content
    5. Security and privacy management tools

    Cons

    Negatives of Google

    1. Data privacy concerns
    2. Advertisement overload
    3. Monopolistic practices
    4. Dependence on internet connectivity
    5. Potential spread of misinformation

    Fernando
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    • Industry: Law Practice
    • Company size: 2–10 Employees
    • Used Daily for 2+ years
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    • Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10

    Best client management suite for its versatility

    Reviewed on 17/11/2024

    My experience has been great. Google Workspace provides a comprehensive platform to track, work,...

    My experience has been great. Google Workspace provides a comprehensive platform to track, work, and automate my client files.

    Pros

    The integration of the workspace with its individual apps makes this a perfect client management software

    Cons

    What I like least is that sometimes the individual apps are not as intuitive as I would like.

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    Google Workspace FAQs

    Below are some frequently asked questions for Google Workspace.

    Google Workspace offers the following pricing plans:

    • Starting from: £4.60/month
    • Pricing model: Free Version, Subscription
    • Free Trial: Available

    Business Starter: $6/user/month Business Standard: $12/user/month Business Plus: $18/user/month

    Google Workspace has the following typical customers:

    Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000

    Google Workspace supports the following languages:

    Arabic, Chinese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, English, Finnish, French, German, Hebrew, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Turkish, Ukrainian, Vietnamese

    Google Workspace supports the following devices:

    Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile)

    Google Workspace integrates with the following applications:

    AODocs Document Management, Adobe Workfront, Figma, Lucidchart, Miro, PagerDuty, Signeasy, Tableau

    Google Workspace offers the following support options:

    Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat

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