• Google Workspace is a cloud-based productivity and collaboration platform that integrates key applications such as Gmail, Calendar, and Drive within a user-friendly interface.
• As of 2025, all Workspace Business and Enterprise editions include generative AI features like Gemini and NotebookLM at no additional cost.
• These AI features simplify pricing and enhance functionality for drafting, summarization, and research in applications like Gmail, Docs, and Sheets.
• The June 2025 release introduced Veo 3, an advanced AI model for Google’s video creation tool, Vids, and improved connections between the Gemini app and Workspace applications for better context and personalization.
• Admins can utilize a centralized Admin console with features for endpoint management, security, analytics, and support tools, all compliant with enterprise-grade privacy and certifications.
Integrated workspace mesh of Gmail, Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, Chat, Forms, Keep, NotebookLM, Apps Script, and Vids
Built‑in Gemini AI assistant across Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Chat, Meet, and Vids that drafts, summarizes, and translates
Vids AI video creation powered by Veo 3 model for prompt‑based multimedia generation
Workspace Flows agentic automation using custom Gems to streamline multi‑step business processes
Gmail smart replies, context‑aware drafts, inbox cleanup, and appointment scheduling powered by Gemini
Notetaking, caption translation, audio enhancements, noise cancellation in Meet plus live translated captions
Appointment booking, mail merge, eSignature support, and custom email layouts in Business Standard and Plus plans
NotebookLM research assistant for file upload summarization, audio overviews, and shared annotated notebooks
Admin console with endpoint management, data region controls, Security Center, Vault, and 24/7 support
Work Insights analytics for usage, adoption, and team collaboration trends across domain‑level Workspace deployment
Are AI features like Gemini and NotebookLM included by default?
Yes; starting January 2025, all Google Workspace Business and Enterprise tiers include Gemini and NotebookLM without requiring a separate add‑on subscription—as part of simplified pricing across editions.
What’s new in the June 2025 Workspace update?
The June 25, 2025 Workspace Drop introduced Veo 3, a powerful AI model used by Vids for professional video generation, along with enhanced integration between the Gemini app and Workspace apps for richer context and Live conversational experience.
How does Workspace Flows automate business tasks?
Workspace Flows enables users to build custom AI agents (“Gems”) using natural language prompts. These agents can process input forms or documents in Drive, analyze context, and generate replies or drafts with minimal coding or configuration.
What administrative and compliance features are available?
The Admin console supports device management, security key enforcement, access control, Vault for data retention and e‑discovery, and Work Insights for analytics. Workspace adheres to top standards like ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 1/2/3, and HIPAA, while giving admins granular control—without needing external plugins.
What are the pricing and plan differences for Business Starter, Standard, and Plus?
As of April 2025, Business Starter is $7/user/month (year‑commitment), Business Standard $14/user/month, and Business Plus $22/user/month. Each tier includes pooled Drive storage, AI tools (Gemini and NotebookLM), Gmail, Vids, Meet enhancements, and support—Enterprise tiers unlock additional storage, meeting scales, Vault, appointment tools, and endpoint management.