Let’s not dance around it. If you’re running a small or mid-sized business, Microsoft 365 beats Google Workspace hands down these days. If you’re wondering which is better or looking for a Google Workspace alternative – Microsoft 365 stands out. As a 25-year managed IT services provider, we’ve got 8 compelling reasons why Microsoft 365 is the clear choice.
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We’re All In on Microsoft 365 (And It Wasn’t Even Close)
We’ve supported both Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 for years, but recently, we made a strategic shift.
We’re all in on Microsoft 365. Why?
Because our mission is to help small and midsized businesses thrive through smarter IT consulting.
That means enabling our clients to stay secure, compliant, productive, and future-ready in an increasingly complex landscape.
Microsoft 365 delivers on all fronts.
It offers the control, security, and scalability today’s SMBs really need. And that’s exactly why we’ve chosen to support Microsoft 365 environments exclusively.
Now, we’re sharing what we’ve learned – so your growing business can make smarter decisions.
8 Reasons Why We Dropped Google Workspace for Microsoft 365
1. It is the modern standard for managing Windows devices.
M365 supports zero-touch deployment with Autopilot, enforces encryption through BitLocker, and streamlines ongoing updates and patching.
2. Your team is familiar with the tools.
Microsoft 365 includes full desktop versions of the tools your team already knows – no internet required. Unlike Google’s browser-only apps, you can keep working during outages, travel, or poor connections without sacrificing features or formatting.
3. You gain robust security.
Microsoft 365 includes enterprise-grade security controls right out of the box. Google Workspace requires layering in third-party tools to reach the same level of protection – which adds cost and complexity.
4. You have more control.
Microsoft provides a more granular level of control over who has permission to access specific files and data.
For example, Intune App Protection Policies allow us to control how data is handled within specific apps. So, we could stop users from copying and pasting sensitive data from a work email to a personal app.
5. It has detailed analytics.
Its device management tools provide detailed reporting and analytics that give your business insights into device compliance, security threats, and usage patterns.
6. It meets - and exceeds - government standards.
Both Microsoft and Google meet key government standards like FedRAMP; however, Microsoft 365 goes further.
With over 300 certifications globally, it’s trusted across highly regulated industries like healthcare, finance, and government.
7. It secures your devices.
It provides robust Mobile Device Management solutions for Apple and Windows devices.
8. It replaces your phones with something smarter.
Microsoft Teams Voice is a fully integrated, enterprise-grade phone system that replaces traditional phones with a modern, cloud-based solution built right into Microsoft 365.
Growing SMBs Need More. Microsoft 365 Has It.
Microsoft 365 rises above Google Workspace on many levels.
If you’re still weighing the options, this is the moment to look past surface features and align your tools with where your business is going, not just where it’s been.
We specialize in helping small and midsized businesses get the most from their Microsoft ecosystem.
Whether you’re optimizing an existing M365 environment or planning a seamless migration from Google Workspace, our experts make the process smooth, secure, and minimally disruptive.
Not sure where to start? Share your challenges with us. We’ll help you make sense of your options and point you in the right direction.
