Businesses are dropping Microsoft 365 in favor of Google, but if the ROI is no different, why are people switching?
Pro Businesses are dropping Microsoft 365 in favor of Google, but if the ROI is no different, why are people switching? News By Craig Hale Published 16 September 2026 Google could actually end up more expensive When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. You may like AI PCs might be the answer to spiralling costs, but that doesn't mean cloud computing is done Google Cloud VP explains why everyone from big businesses to start-ups can benefit from the AI age Tired of Google Workspace?
- ▪Pro Businesses are dropping Microsoft 365 in favor of Google, but if the ROI is no different, why are people switching?
- ▪News By Craig Hale Published 16 September 2026 Google could actually end up more expensive When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.
- ▪You may like AI PCs might be the answer to spiralling costs, but that doesn't mean cloud computing is done Google Cloud VP explains why everyone from big businesses to start-ups can benefit from the AI age Tired of Google Workspace?
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Pro Businesses are dropping Microsoft 365 in favor of Google, but if the ROI is no different, why are people switching? News By Craig Hale Published 16 September 2026 Google could actually end up more expensive When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Google Workspace) Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter M365 E5 plans tend to include more than their Google Workspace counterpartsGoogle can sometimes work out cheaper for Mac and Chromebook usersSoftware is undergoing an AI change, so is it best to just wait?New research from Senior Gartner principal…
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