Google Workspace
Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) is the cloud-based productivity and collaboration suite that includes Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, and Calendar — all integrated and managed under a custom business domain. Used by over 10 million businesses, it replaces Microsoft Office with browser-native apps that enable real-time collaboration, unlimited cloud storage on Business plans, and enterprise-grade security and admin controls.
Pros
- Real-time collaboration on Docs, Sheets, and Slides with full history
- Gmail with custom domain at $7/user/mo is exceptional value
- 2TB pooled storage per user on Business Standard
- 99.9% SLA uptime with Google infrastructure
- Admin console provides granular security and device management
Cons
- Offline mode less seamless than native desktop apps
- Sheets less powerful than Excel for complex financial models
- Microsoft Office format compatibility occasionally causes formatting issues
- Storage pooled not per-user — large teams need careful planning