Google Workspace Plans: Determining the most suitable option for your business.

Google Workspace Plans are a rebranding of the application set formerly known as G Suite, as previously discussed on Hostbits’ blog.

Google aims for a unified workspace with this change.

The features offered, including cloud storage and pricing, differ among Google Workspace plans.

Therefore, it is important to select based on your company’s requirements.

In this article, we will present all Google Workspace plans to assist you in making this crucial decision for your organization. Ready?

Factors to take into account prior to selecting a Google Workspace package.

Consider the issues that a tool will address before incorporating it into your organization.

Google Workspace is vital for businesses looking to establish a cloud-based office, streamline operations, boost productivity, and support remote work.

Before selecting the optimal plan, it’s essential to assess your actual requirements and take into account the effort involved in transitioning accounts to the new system.

Explore further to find more in-depth details about each Google Workspace option and determine the best fit for your company.

How are Google Workspace Plans categorized?

Google Workspace currently offers enterprise plans categorized into four groups (Starter, Standard, Plus, and Enterprise). To determine the most suitable option for your business, familiarize yourself with the specifics outlined below.

Google Workspace Business Starter

The cost is R$ 28 per user each month for investment.

Business Starter is a package designed for a maximum of 300 users, offering 30 GB of cloud storage per user, which is less than what other plans provide.

This plan provides a range of smart collaborative tools such as Gmail, Documents, and shared calendars.

Google Meet enables you to conduct video conferences with a large group of people, like classes or online lectures, as it allows you to connect with up to 100 users simultaneously, regardless of their location.

Google Workspace Business Standard is the original text.

Investment: R$ 70 per user each month*

This plan includes a maximum of 300 accounts, each with 2 TB of storage.

Business Standard (formerly G Suite Business) is suggested for medium to large businesses and teams requiring additional storage capacity.

Through this plan, it is feasible to save documents, engage in advanced video calls, and store and distribute files on a communal drive.

Explore extra functionalities available for Standard Business users.

• Enhanced video conferencing allows you to utilize Google Meet for meetings with up to 150 participants, along with features like meeting recordings, selecting participants individually, and group session areas.

• Google chat messages have been improved to enable chatting beyond your organization, control default chat history settings, and automatically accept invitations.

• Advanced document management feature enables you to submit documents on Google Drive using a structured approval procedure.

Google Workspace Business Plus

The cost is R$ 105 per user every month.

Users who opt for Business Plus can access the advantages of Business Standard along with increased security and compliance, greater storage for collaboration, and tools for business-oriented meetings.

Additional features for Business Plus users are outlined below.

• Business-level meetings enable you to conduct meetings for a maximum of 250 participants and broadcast live sessions for up to 10,000 participants.

• Google Vault enables you to preserve, search, and export your company’s information from Google apps.

Both figures are determined by the yearly agreement.

How about the Workspace Enterprise plan?

All previous plans show investment values for contractors, but the prices of Enterprise plans are not revealed. Do you comprehend?

Google’s user prices for business plans can vary based on the customization options available.

Choosing the Enterprise plan provides access to all Standard Plus features and unlimited cloud storage, along with other additional features.

• S/MIME encryption utilized for commercial email communication
• Video calls with noise cancellation and live streaming capabilities within the realm.
• Advanced security measures, management, and compliance controls such as Vault, DLP, data regions, and enterprise endpoint management.
• Additional assistance with payment required for Premium Support.

Enterprise plans do not have a limit on the number of users they can accommodate.

Establishing Google Workspace for your company.

You have already selected your Google Workspace plan.

What should be done at this point?

How can the tool be set up to provide access for all employees?

The workspace offers a straightforward manual with thorough instructions for the initial setup.

Set the size of your company (number of users who will use Workspace) and then follow the instructions.

• Log in to the Admin Console by visiting the following link: https://admin.google.com/
• Migrate a limited number of users and test Gmail and other services.
• Assist users in transitioning using personalized communication templates found in Google Workspace
• Manually input all accounts or upload a worksheet to include them.
• Set up your business email on Google servers.

Remember to schedule a training session for your staff and personalize Google Workspace with your company’s branding and identity.

I want to purchase Google Workspace, what should I do next?

If you’re reading this, you’re probably considering using Google Workspace and are familiar with its features.

What are you waiting for to continue?

HostBits is an official partner of Google, which allows for a close collaboration and specialized training to offer quality support and expertise in Google Workspace.

Contact us today to begin leveraging all the advantages that Google Workspace offers for your business.