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Google Slides

Google Slides— the phenomenal platform that changed the way presentations work. Introduced in 2006, it has changed the creation and sharing of presentations effortlessly. With the use of a cloud-based presentation software from Google Workspace, it offers an intuitive interface with real-time collaboration, making it one of the most used application for students and professionals. However, is Google Slides the best e-proposal/RFP tool for all occasions?

Google Slides Features

Ease of Use:

  • User-Friendly Interface

    Intuitive drag-and-drop functionality.

  • Templates

    A variety of customizable templates to create professional proposals quickly.

  • Design Tools

    A range of design tools for creating proposals, though it may have certain limitations in documentation and multimedia.

Collaboration and Sharing:

  • Real-Time Collaboration

    Multiple users can work on the same proposal simultaneously.

  • Instant Updates

    Changes are saved automatically, and version history allows tracking of all modifications.

  • Easy Sharing

    Share proposals via email or link with customizable access permissions (view, comment, edit).

Cloud Storage and Accessibility:

  • Automatic Saving

    Proposals are saved to Google Drive

  • Access Anywhere

    Access your proposals from any device with an internet connection.

Integration with Google Ecosystem:

  • Google Workspace Integration

    Seamless integration with other Google Workspace apps.

  • Data Import

    Easily import data and charts into proposals.

Google Slides Limitations

Limited Advanced Features:

  • Lacks advanced and necessary features provided by proposal software and tools
  • Limited animation and transition effects compared to competitors.
  • Lacks tracking and analytics

Dependency on Internet:

  • Offline editing is possible, but only for viewing and making text changes.
  • Collaborators must have internet access for real-time collaboration.

File Compatibility:

  • Potential formatting issues when importing or exporting
  • Limited support for certain multimedia formats.
  • Limited access for specific countries.

Customization Constraints:

  • Limitations in design customization.
  • Less flexibility in creating highly customized layouts and designs.

Google Slides Pricing

Free Tier:

  • Free: Includes 15 GB of free storage shared across Google Drive, Gmail, and Google Photos.

Google Workspace Plans:

  • Business Starter

    $6 per user per month - includes 30 GB storage per user

  • Business Standard

    $12 per user per month - includes 2 TB storage per user

  • Business Plus

    $18 per user per month - includes 5 TB storage per user

  • Enterprise

    Custom pricing - includes unlimited storage (if more than 5 users)

Best For

Basic Presentations

Teams Using Google Workspace

Ideal For

Startups

Educational institutions

Marketing teams

Other E-Proposal platforms that make sales suck a little lesser

REALIZER vs Other platforms

For more information, check out Desktop.

E-proposal features
that make sense:

Security

CRM and deal-closing
tools that make sense

Cost

REALIZER.AI

  1. Dynamic Content
  2. Real-Time Collaboration
  3. Analytics
  4. extensive template library
  5. Forms, videos, embedded content
  6. AI video bubbles

High,

end-to-end encryption

Real-Time Chats,

Built in CRM,

E-Signature

from $29/user/month

annual subscription

Google Slides

  1. Dynamic Content
  2. Real-Time Collaboration
  3. Analytics
  4. extensive template library
  5. Forms, videos, embedded content

Moderate,

relies on Google security

E-Signature

Free or subscription

for Workspace

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