Google aims to put an AI agent on every desk

Google Cloud has launched Gemini Enterprise, a new platform it calls “the new front door to AI in the workplace.”

Announced during a virtual press conference, the platform combines Google’s Gemini models, first- and third-party agents, and the core technology of what was formerly known as Google Agentspace to create a unique agent platform. It aims to democratize the creation and use of AI-powered agents to automate complex workflows and enhance productivity across entire organizations.

Thomas Kurian, CEO of Google Cloud, introduced the new presentation, explaining that as customers move beyond just building applications with AI, the company sees them “stepping up to build agents.”

Gemini Enterprise is Google’s answer to this evolution, bringing together the entire AI stack into a cohesive user experience that allows developers and business users alike to build workbench agents without code.

The platform is built on six core components. The “brains” are Google’s powerful Gemini models, including the newly available Gemini 2.5 Flash Image. Workbench is agent creation and orchestration technology pioneered by Agentspace, allowing any user to manage agents and automate processes. Finally, this is complemented by the “Staff”, which is a set of pre-built Google agents for specialized functions such as the new code help agent and the deep research agent.

To make these agents effective, there is deep integration with corporate data through new connectors to systems like Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, Box, Confluence, and Jira. “We remember who you are and what you do and use it to customize your context when we work with a large language model,” Kurian explained the system’s intelligence.

A centralized Governance framework allows organizations to monitor, secure, and audit all agents from one place, with protections like Model Armor now built-in. Finally, the platform is built on an open “ecosystem” of over 100,000 partners.

Gemini Enterprise: A glimpse into the future of work

To demonstrate the platform’s capabilities, Maryam Gholami presented a practical use case.

“The beauty of Gemini Enterprise is that it provides the familiar interface of Gemini but designed for enterprise workflows, including full control to enable or disable any of the resources as needed,” Gholami said.

Using a dedicated Campaign Agent, I used four different agents to handle market research, media generation, team communications, and inventory management. The agent identified the market trend toward sci-fi themes, reported a 25 percent inventory gap, created a purchase order in ServiceNow, drafted an email to store managers, and created social media assets.

“Gemini Enterprise is more than just a chat interface,” Gholami concluded after the demo. “It’s a comprehensive AI system that unifies your data, tools, and teams, turning weeks of complex work into one streamlined conversation.”

Customers drive transformation with AI fleets

Proving the true value of the platform, Nirmal Saverimuthu, CEO of Virgin Voyages, shared his view that “any major disruption like AI requires a cultural shift to be successful.”

Most importantly, Saverimoto stressed that the role of AI is to work alongside his team, not replace it.

“Our employees are our biggest asset. Artificial intelligence. They will never replace our employees,” he said. “For me, AI is about getting the best from our people. It’s about unleashing human potential.”

The cruise line has deployed a fleet of more than 50 AI agents companywide. The first, “Email Ellie,” boosted content production speed by 40 percent and contributed to a 28 percent year-over-year increase in July sales. Saverimoto also noted welcome operational gains, including “a 35 percent reduction in agency costs, resulting in creative independence.”

Another early adopter is Macquarie Bank. The bank, one of Australia’s largest, has rolled out Gemini Enterprise to every employee, and reports that 99 percent of its employees have already completed creative AI training.

Google has emphasized that Gemini Enterprise is an open platform, with partners like Box, Salesforce, and ServiceNow announcing compatible agents. The new AI agent finder will also help customers discover thousands of verified partner solutions.

To support adoption, Google also launched Google Skills, a new free learning platform with 3,000 courses. As part of this, the company announced the Gemini Enterprise Agent Ready (GEAR) program; An educational race designed to enable 1 million developers to build and deploy agents.

Pricing and Availability Gemini Enterprise

Gemini Enterprise is available globally in all countries where Google Cloud products are sold. Gemini Business pricing for small businesses starts at $21 per seat per month, while Gemini Enterprise Standard and Plus editions for larger enterprises start at $30 per seat per month.

For Kurian, the launch is about democratizing powerful technology.

“Gemini Enterprise is about reimagining ultra-powerful AI technology [for the workplace] But making it very easy to use and putting it in the hands of every company and every user in those companies,” Kurian concludes.

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