Who AI recommends, and when it changes.
Data as of Apr 7, 2026 · Based on 47 AI answers · A buyer need in Project Management Software. · See how Parse measures this
dominates AI responses for enterprise resource planning with a 50% share, thanks to its spreadsheet-style interface, advanced scheduling, and enterprise reporting. appears as a secondary option for portfolio-level resource analytics, while Jira, , Project and Workfront surface only for narrower use cases.
SmartsheetWhere a different pick wins:
AI consistently positions Jira as the standard for agile teams, shifting away from Smartsheet when the focus is backlog, sprint, and release planning. · 1 source
CeloxisCeloxis is highlighted for its powerful PPM and resource analytics, often the alternative when portfolio-level visibility outweighs spreadsheet comfort. · 1 source
Recommendation share
Smartsheet leads at 23% of AI recommendations; Wrike follows at 19%.
By platform
Platforms disagree: Smartsheet leads on ChatGPT, Paymo on Google AI Overviews.
Representative prompts behind this market ranking, and how AI tends to answer.
Buyer needs that sit next to this one in the same market.
Why here: Spreadsheet-style interface with advanced scheduling and enterprise reporting makes it the go-to for data-driven planning. · 3 sources
Why here: Cited for advanced resource planning in large organizations, often mentioned with Smartsheet. · 1 source
Why here: Mentioned for collaboration and planning, but less emphasis on enterprise resource management. · 1 source
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