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Google Workspace vs. Microsoft 365 – What’s Right For Your Organization?

Course ID#: 440 | Short Title: Google vs. Microsoft | Category: Productivity

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Course Description

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, financial professionals understand the critical importance of safeguarding organizational data. This specialized course offers practical strategies to fortify defenses against data breaches, focusing on the crucial decision-making process between Google Workspace and Microsoft 365. Participants will gain in-depth knowledge of the vital components and major selling points of each platform, navigating through the complexities of pricing, benefits, and potential risks. This hands-on experience is essential for those seeking to enhance their organization’s productivity tools without compromising on security.

Professionals will leave with a clear understanding of the collaboration dynamics of both platforms, comparing real-time editing capabilities, and exploring the nuances of file sharing and cloud storage solutions. The course goes beyond the basics, delving into the intricacies of business email options, word processing efficiency, and presentation tools to empower attendees with the knowledge to make informed choices. By analyzing the pros and cons, including user interface preferences and the extent of third-party integrations, attendees will be equipped to make a strategic decision that aligns with their organization’s specific needs, ensuring robust security and seamless collaboration.

Major Topics

• Evaluating Productivity Suites: Performance and Price Analysis
• Secure Collaboration: Comparing Real-Time Editing and File Sharing
• Business Email Optimized: Assessing Outlook vs. Gmail for Finance
• Streamlining Workflow: Selecting Superior Word Processing and Spreadsheet Tools

Who Should Attend

Financial professionals that would like to better understand Microsoft/Office 365 and Google Workspace

Learning Objectives

• Compare the collaboration features of Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 to determine which enhances team productivity.
• Assess the file sharing and cloud storage capabilities to identify the platform that aligns with organizational data needs.
• Evaluate the email suite offerings of both platforms, focusing on their ability to streamline business communication.
• Analyze the word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation tools to select the software that optimizes office efficiency.
• Differentiate between the security measures and compliance standards to choose the suite that best protects sensitive financial data.

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