Google Workspace (GWS) has become the go-to productivity suite for professional service firms, offering everything from email and calendars to document collaboration and cloud storage. But many businesses barely scratch the surface of what these tools can do. If your firm is only using Gmail, Drive, and the occasional Google Doc, there’s a strong chance you’re missing out on powerful features that could save time, increase productivity, and tighten your data security.

With the right configuration and ongoing management, Google Workspace becomes more than just a set of apps – it becomes a business advantage. That’s where managed support comes in.

Why Most Firms Underuse Google Workspace

Despite its flexibility, Google Workspace isn’t always intuitive to set up for business needs. Many professional service firms leave settings in their default state, leading to:

• Inefficient file organisation and inconsistent access controls
• Limited use of tools like AppSheet, Shared Drives, and automation features
• Gaps in security settings that expose sensitive client data to unnecessary risk
• Frustrated staff wasting time on tasks that could be automated

This isn’t a user issue – it’s a configuration issue. Without expert guidance, it’s easy to overlook tools that could transform your day-to-day operations.

The Advantage of Managed GWS Support

Support Stack helps firms like yours unlock the full potential of Google Workspace. We don’t just set it up and walk away – we become your strategic partner, continuously fine-tuning your tools to match your evolving needs.

Here’s how our managed support makes the difference:

• Smart Configuration: We tailor Google Workspace to how your firm works, ensuring your shared drives, permissions, and workflows support productivity instead of slowing things down.
• Advanced Security: We handle policy enforcement, 2-step verification setup, external sharing controls, and admin panel best practices, so your firm’s data stays protected.
• Automation & AppSheet: We help you tap into tools like AppSheet to build internal apps and automated workflows – perfect for streamlining admin-heavy processes like onboarding, reporting, or document tracking.
• Ongoing Optimisation: As your firm grows, your GWS setup needs to adapt. We provide continuous management and recommendations to keep things running smoothly.
• Stress-Free Support: If something breaks, you’re not scrambling to find a fix – our team handles it. You stay focused on clients, not IT issues.

Why It Matters for Professional Service Firms

Managing partners and operations managers already have enough on their plates. You’re focused on delivering client work, keeping your team productive, and staying compliant. Wasting time on IT troubleshooting, or worrying about whether your cloud storage is secure, isn’t where your energy should go.

By working with a managed IT provider like Support Stack, you gain:

• Predictable monthly IT costs with no surprise expenses
• A secure, well-structured Google Workspace that fits your firm’s needs
• Fast, reliable support when your team needs help
• More time to focus on business growth and client service

We understand the stakes in your sector – reputational risk, data privacy, and operational efficiency aren’t optional. That’s why we take a proactive approach, preventing problems before they start and fine-tuning your tech to help your people work better.

A Better Way to Work with Google Workspace

Google Workspace has the tools. We help you use them to their fullest. With Support Stack’s managed support, you can sleep easy knowing your data is safe, your workflows are optimised, and your IT costs are under control.

If you’re not sure whether your current GWS setup is working hard enough for your business, we’ll show you what’s possible. Book a free consultation or Workspace audit today and find out how much more you could be getting from the tools you already pay for.

It’s time to stop settling for the basics. With expert management, Google Workspace becomes a strategic asset – not just another subscription. Let’s power it up.