NCE Exchange Online (Plan 2) (GCC) Monthly Commit
Microsoft Exchange Online Plan 2 (GCC) provides secure, compliant email and collaboration tools for government entities on a monthly commitment.
- Secure Communication: Protect sensitive government data with advanced threat protection and compliance features.
- Enhanced Collaboration: Enable seamless teamwork with large mailboxes, shared calendars, and integrated tools.
- Flexible Commitment: Adapt to changing needs with a monthly subscription model for predictable budgeting.
- Government Compliance: Meet stringent regulatory requirements with dedicated GCC environment features.
Product Overview
Product Overview
NCE Exchange Online Plan 2 (GCC) is a Microsoft cloud-based email and collaboration service designed for U.S. government entities. It offers robust security, compliance, and advanced features to support the unique needs of public sector organizations.
This plan is ideal for government IT managers and professionals in SMB, mid-market, and enterprise organizations who require a secure and compliant platform for internal and external communications. It integrates with other Microsoft 365 services, providing a unified productivity experience.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Safeguard against phishing, malware, and zero-day threats.
- Data Loss Prevention (DLP): Prevent sensitive information from leaving the organization.
- Archiving and eDiscovery: Retain and search for data to meet compliance and legal requirements.
- Large Mailboxes: Provide ample storage for user mailboxes, up to 100 GB.
- Integrated Collaboration: Facilitate teamwork with shared calendars, contacts, and task management.
This Microsoft GCC plan offers government organizations enterprise-grade email and collaboration without the overhead of on-premises infrastructure.
What This Enables
Enable Secure Government Communications
Enable government teams to communicate securely and compliantly, protecting sensitive data. Streamline internal and external messaging with advanced threat protection and data loss prevention capabilities.
cloud-based operations, regulated environments, data-sensitive workflows, compliance-focused organizations
Meet Stringent Compliance Mandates
Automate adherence to government regulations like CMMC and FedRAMP with built-in compliance tools. Streamline eDiscovery and archiving processes to simplify audit preparations and legal holds.
government agencies, defense contractors, regulated public sector, data retention policies
Enhance Team Collaboration
Empower teams with large mailboxes and integrated calendaring for efficient scheduling and communication. Facilitate seamless information sharing and task management across departments.
distributed teams, project-based work, inter-departmental workflows, knowledge sharing environments
Key Features
GCC Environment
Ensures compliance with U.S. government data handling and security requirements.
Advanced Threat Protection
Protects against sophisticated phishing, malware, and zero-day exploits.
Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
Prevents accidental or malicious sharing of sensitive organizational data.
Archiving and eDiscovery
Facilitates legal holds, compliance retention, and efficient data retrieval.
100 GB Mailbox Size
Provides ample storage for individual users, reducing the need for frequent mailbox management.
Industry Applications
Government & Public Sector
This plan is specifically designed for U.S. government entities, offering the necessary compliance and security features required by federal, state, and local agencies.
Defense & National Security
Provides a secure and compliant platform essential for handling sensitive defense-related information and meeting stringent security protocols.
Education & Research
Educational institutions and research bodies that handle sensitive student or research data can benefit from the enhanced security and compliance features of the GCC environment.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Organizations in healthcare that must comply with strict data privacy regulations like HIPAA can utilize the secure and compliant nature of the GCC environment for their communications.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the GCC environment?
The Government Community Cloud (GCC) is a Microsoft 365 environment specifically designed to meet the stringent compliance and security requirements of U.S. federal, state, and local government entities.
How does Exchange Online Plan 2 differ from Plan 1?
Plan 2 includes advanced features like unlimited archiving, enhanced eDiscovery capabilities, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies, which are not present in Plan 1.
Is this service suitable for non-government organizations?
No, the GCC environment is exclusively for U.S. government entities and organizations handling data subject to government regulations. Other organizations should consider commercial or other government cloud offerings.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.