Google Workspace endpoint management — what it does and what it misses

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Darren Northfield

25th July 2026

Google Workspace endpoint management — what it does and what it misses

Google Workspace endpoint management controls device access, applies basic policies and inventories devices; for a 10–200 staff UK business you should pair it with a central MDM/EDR (for example Microsoft Defender managed via Intune) and follow three targeted actions below. (More here: our google workspace support for business guide.)

Endpoints appear enrolled but users still access sensitive data from unmanaged machines — enforce device access rules

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About the Author: Darren Northfield

Darren Northfield founded Aurora Tech Support in 2003 and has spent over 20 years helping UK SMEs — especially in healthcare and professional services — get IT, phones and connectivity right. He works directly with directors, practice managers, finance leads and clinical teams across Leeds, Harrogate, Yorkshire and beyond. His specialist areas include NHS Data Security and Protection Toolkit (DSPT) compliance, Cyber Essentials certification, Microsoft 365 administration, and business connectivity. Got a question about anything in this post? Give him a shout — (0330) 223 5401.