{"id":179273,"date":"2017-11-21T07:15:00","date_gmt":"2017-11-21T12:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ntegrait.com\/how-does-googles-g-suite-measure-up-to-microsoft-office-365\/"},"modified":"2024-02-06T13:28:57","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T13:28:57","slug":"how-does-googles-g-suite-measure-up-to-microsoft-office-365","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ntegrait.com\/how-does-googles-g-suite-measure-up-to-microsoft-office-365\/","title":{"rendered":"How Does Google\u2019s G Suite Measure Up to Microsoft Office 365?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Modern commerce has seen many businesses migrate to the Cloud<\/a>. Having a centralized place where business data is secure and more easily accessible makes the lives of busy professionals easier. Not to mention the business-focused scalability and growth potential that Cloud-computing platforms offer.<\/p>\n [youtube https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=65aHp68QXik]Microsoft\u2019s Office 365<\/a> has long dominated as the favorite Cloud-platform for business. With over 60 million users worldwide<\/a>, Office 365 is popular among business users thanks to its familiar design and a wide collection of customizable features and tools.<\/p>\n Google has recently charged onto the scene, unveiling their own Cloud-platform for business, dubbed G Suite<\/a>. However, many business owners are wondering \u2013 is it living up to the hype and how does it measure up to the long-established Office 365?<\/p>\n Two of the most important elements of a successful business are strong communication strategies and a dynamic teamwork platform. If your team can\u2019t connect and collaborate seamlessly, projects take longer to complete and morale can take a hit. Both Office 365 and G Suite have developed instant-chat platforms for team collaboration \u2013 let\u2019s check out the features of each below.<\/p>\n Microsoft unveiled Teams<\/a> just this year as a built-in messaging app for Office 365. Teams blends a variety of collaboration tools into a single interface that helps employees connect without having to switch in and out of apps. This avoids having to switch to and from email to ask quick questions or get a stamp of approval on an important project.<\/p>\n Teams are equipped with group chat and international calling features, Skype & VoIP capabilities<\/a>, and allows employees to connect in real-time as they\u2019re working on other things. It also allows for the quick sharing of files and pertinent information while on a call.<\/p>\n Google Hangouts<\/a> has been on the scene for some time and many business owners have likely made use of the software for international calling and conference call meetings.<\/p>\n However, Google recently restructured Hangouts<\/a>, and split the platform into two apps \u2014 Hangouts Chat for instant-messaging and Hangouts Meet for audio and video conferencing.<\/p>\n While both Teams and Hangouts offer dynamic collaborative power, the most attractive feature of chat-based tools is the ability to connect quickly without<\/em> having to navigate between a variety of apps. While Hangouts in G Suite may be a good solution for businesses looking to divide their communication strategy into silos, Office 365 offers a much more seamless way for team members to connect in real-time.<\/p>\n Creating and processing business documents shouldn\u2019t be a tedious hassle. When it comes to putting together business projects, employees should have a seamless platform of programs that are easy to use and offer unique tools and features. Microsoft and Google have very similar platforms in this category \u2013 let\u2019s explore each approach below.<\/p>\n Office 365: Word, Excel & PowerPoint <\/strong><\/p>\n G Suite: Docs, Sheets & Slides <\/strong><\/p>\n More and more, organizations are looking for increased access and sharing capabilities to enjoy the benefits of smoother workflows and stronger collaboration strategies. However, what about the ability to control and manage that increased access? Let\u2019s break down the difference between the Microsoft and Google approach to administrative control.<\/p>\n Office 365: A Pilot Seat for Administrators <\/strong><\/p>\n G Suite: Working to Match Microsoft <\/strong><\/p>\nOptimized Team Collaboration: Microsoft Teams vs Google Hangouts<\/h2>\n
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So, Is Google Worth the Switch? Weighing the Pros and Cons<\/h2>\n