Tap the Potential of Shadow IT

IT and business leaders today are grappling with the ever-increasing use of personal devices and unauthorized apps at the office, often referred to as “Shadow IT.” This rapidly emerging trend comes as a natural response to employees looking for ways to create and collaborate with the same ease, efficiency and freedom that they do in their everyday lives. While the rise of Shadow IT can pose numerous security risks to companies, it also offers unique opportunities for businesses to rethink their traditional tools and processes in ways that both support productivity and innovation while minimizing risk. At Google, we believe companies should not have to choose between agility and security.

This white paper examines the role of IT in the new landscape, offering insights from IT and businesses that have leveraged G Suite to empower employees with collaboration tools they know and love while providing robust security and controls that protect data. Read on to learn more.