Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,031 AI responses · Shares cover the last 30 days · See how Parse measures this
Team Collaboration and Project Management Software
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Microsoft solidifies its top position in team collaboration software recommendations from AI assistants, largely due to deep integration with its existing ecosystem. However, is consistently presented as the primary challenger, gaining ground by being framed as a more flexible and intuitive choice for teams that are not standardized on tools.
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The default recommendation for organizations already invested in the Microsoft 365 ecosystem. | 59% | |
| 2 | A frequently mentioned all-around project management tool with flexible workflow views. | 47% | |
| 3 | 46% | ||
| 4 | 46% | ||
| 5 | 38% | ||
| 6 | A rising recommendation for its flexible workspace combining documents, notes, and task management. | 33% | |
| 7 | Highlighted for its high degree of customization, aiming to unify multiple work tools. | 29% | |
| 8 | 28% | ||
| 9 | 26% | ||
| 10 | 20% | ||
| 11 | 19% | ||
| 12 | 10% | ||
| 13 | 9% | ||
| 14 | 9% | ||
| 15 | 6% | ||
| 16 | 5% | ||
| 17 | 5% | ||
| 18 | 5% | ||
| 19 | 4% | ||
| 20 | 4% | ||
| 21 | 4% | ||
| 22 | 4% | ||
| 23 | 4% | ||
| 24 | 4% | ||
| 25 | 3% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
slack.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 29% of analyzed answers.
Climbed from rank #22 to #11 between November and March, appearing more often as a flexible workspace.
Rose from rank #5 to #3 overall between November and March.
Dropped from #6 to #15 in overall rank between November and March as mentions became concentrated on a single prompt.
“A direct comparison of features versus Microsoft Teams.” → “Framing the choice as secondary to team operating models and governance principles.”
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49% | 58% | ||
| 55% | 43% | ||
| 47% | 58% | ||
| 51% | 53% | ||
| 44% | 49% |
The two models disagree most about Figma (ChatGPT #17, Google #9) and Airtable (ChatGPT #16, Google #23).
Across 1,031 AI responses, Microsoft is mentioned most, named in 59% of them, followed by Asana (47%) and Salesforce (46%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,031 AI responses to this market's buyer questions over the last 30 days. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is re-measured on the same 30-day window.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AI responses consistently recommend using built-in features within platforms like Microsoft Teams and
Slack to convert messages into tasks. Over the observed window, recommendations grew to include newer native tools like
Microsoft Loop and third-party AI transcription services that automate action item extraction.
Brands mentioned
What's the best way to turn a team conversation directly into an actionable task list?
AI responses consistently recommend using built-in features within platforms like Microsoft Teams and
Slack to convert messages into tasks. Over the observed window, recommendations grew to include newer native tools like
Microsoft Loop and third-party AI transcription services that automate action item extraction.
To reduce context switching, AIs consistently recommend adopting an all-in-one project management platform. Microsoft Teams with Planner is often suggested for those in the ecosystem, while tools like , , and are highlighted as strong standalone alternatives for centralizing tasks, files, and communication.
Brands mentioned
To reduce context switching, AIs consistently recommend adopting an all-in-one project management platform. Microsoft Teams with Planner is often suggested for those in the
Microsoft ecosystem, while tools like
Asana,
ClickUp, and
Trello are highlighted as strong standalone alternatives for centralizing tasks, files, and communication.