Google Workspace (G Suite): Software Tools for Your Business

In this workshop, we will explore common IT software tools you need as a small business or consultant and how Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) can meet those needs. You will get best practices and demos for Google Workspace’s use from someone who worked at Google for over 10 years. We will also go into details about where to find other tools if you need them later down the road. You will also get a chance to ask questions.

Joining this session from a laptop or desktop computer is recommended for best visibility.

Key Topics:

• Software tools you need as a small business or consultant
• Google’s business suite of tools: Google Workspace (communication tools, office suite, website, and other tools)
• Google Workspace’s costs
• Benefits of working in a cloud environment
• Why you want control over all your software tools
• Google Workspace's compatibility with Windows, Mac OS, as well as with office suites, such as Microsoft Office, LibreOffice, OpenOffice
• Best practices and demos
• How to find software for needs that Google doesn’t meet

Learning Outcomes:

• Awareness of cost-effective and easy-to-use software tools from Google
• Reasons why and how you may want to control your own IT
• Information about Google Workspace’s costs
• Knowledge about how to get started with Google Workspace
• Awareness of some key features and best practices
• Awareness of how to find software for needs that Google doesn’t meet