Google Workspace vs. Microsoft 365: Which platform do you choose?

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🔎 What is Google Workspace?

Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) is a cloud-based platform with tools such as Gmail, Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Meet. It is especially popular because of:

• Usability: Ideal for smaller companies and startups.
• Real-time collaboration: Edit documents and spreadsheets with multiple users simultaneously.
• Cloud-based working: Your files are accessible anytime, anywhere.

🏆 Why Microsoft 365 is a better fit for many organizations

While Google Workspace has its advantages, Microsoft 365 offers more versatility and functionality for businesses of all sizes. Here are some reasons why Microsoft 365 is often the better choice:

1. Full desktop experience 💻

• Microsoft 365 offers fully featured desktop applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint in addition to web versions of apps.
• Working offline? No problem! Microsoft apps also work without the Internet, unlike Google Workspace which relies mostly on the cloud.

2. Extended functionality in apps 📊

• Tools such as Excel offer powerful features (such as macros, Power Query and data models) that go beyond what Google Sheets can do.
• Microsoft Teams provides an integrated hub for collaboration, from chatting and video calling to project management.

3. Advanced security and compliance 🔒

• Microsoft 365 features advanced security options such as eDiscovery, Advanced Threat Protection and comprehensive compliance tools.
• This is especially important for organizations in regulated industries such as healthcare or finance.

4. Scalability and flexibility 🌍

• Microsoft 365 is designed to grow with your organization, whether you have 5 employees or 5,000.
• Different subscriptions offer options to fit a variety of needs.

5. Integration with other Microsoft products. 🔗

• Many companies already use tools such as Windows, SharePoint, and Power BI. Microsoft 365 integrates seamlessly with these, providing a better workflow.

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📊 Comparison chart: Microsoft 365 vs. Google Workspace

Feature	Google Workspace	Microsoft 365
User Experience	Simple and intuitive	Complete and professional
Working offline	Restricted	Fully supported
Security	Basic options	Extended and advanced
Functionality apps	Basic functionality	Advanced tools and features
Collaboration	Strong in real-time collaboration	Strong in integrated tools
Cost	Often slightly lower	Slightly more expensive, but more value

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🤝 We help with the right choice and migration

At ALTA-ICT, we support customers with both Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace. We understand that every organization is unique and needs a solution that fits its specific needs. Are you considering switching? Or would you like to know which platform works best for your business? 📩 Contact us at alta-ict.co.uk/contact. Our experts will be happy to help you!

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💡 Conclusion

Google Workspace is a great option for smaller businesses or teams looking for a simple, cloud-based solution. But if you’re looking for versatility, functionality and integration, Microsoft 365 simply offers more. 👉 Which solution will you choose? Let’s work together to see what works best for your organization!