Google is advocating for federal agencies to transition from Microsoft to Google Workspace, citing recent security breaches and emphasizing the need for a multi-vendor strategy and the inclusion of security considerations in procurement processes. The company claims that Microsoft's security incidents indicate a better alternative is needed, pointing to Google Workspace's integrated work and collaboration apps as a safer option. Additionally, Google insists on the adoption of multi-vendor strategies and open standards to facilitate interoperability, signing a 'secure by design' pledge with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
This push comes in the wake of a report criticizing Microsoft's security culture following a breach by a Chinese cyberespionage group, prompting Google to call for reduced federal reliance on a single technology vendor. ```https://www.bankinfosecurity.com/google-urges-feds-to-ditch-microsoft-over-security-concerns-a-25286