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Planview Portfolios vs ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Nov 4, 2024

Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
8.4
Planview Portfolios' ROI is often assessed subjectively, emphasizing transparency and efficiency over financial metrics as adoption increases.
Sentiment score
6.9
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management enhances team collaboration, cost visibility, business insights, and application consolidation for strong ROI.
It also delivers a set of shared metrics focused on customer value, such as speed and quality, to achieve business results while being able to roll up objectives and key results in the system where work gets done to ensure strategy informs execution and vice versa.
Project Manager at 3M
I have seen a return on investment because it improved visibility of the entire change portfolio across the bank and across my organization, and improved our ability to connect strategy back to work, making critical business decisions easily.
Project Manager at AT&T
For organizations that haven't invested in people and processes, the product is underutilized and seen as overpriced.
IT Leadership at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
9.3
Planview Portfolios' customer and technical support receive mixed reviews for efficiency, consistency, response times, and resolution effectiveness.
Sentiment score
6.7
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management generally receives praise for customer service efficiency, despite some inconsistencies and customization challenges.
The customer support for Planview Portfolios has been quick to respond and very proactive since I have reached out to them several times.
Project Manager at AT&T
Customer support for Planview Portfolios is very proactive and responsive 24/7.
Project Manager at 3M
They have knowledgeable teams across all levels.
Senior Analyst at DXC Technology
They should improve vendor compliance to align with ServiceNow's strategy.
Head of Business Agility and Development at Aqarat Real Estate Development Company
While they have a skilled team, reaching the right resource can sometimes be a challenge.
IT Leadership at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
 

Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
8.7
Planview Portfolios offers adaptability and scalability, supporting diverse sectors with seamless integration, despite occasional setup challenges.
Sentiment score
7.7
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management excels in scalability, supporting multiple functions and custom workflows across various enterprises efficiently.
Planview Portfolios is very scalable because it helps my organization handle operations efficiently and effectively.
Project Manager at 3M
Scalability is critical for our clients as they deal with numerous projects and changes.
Head of Business Agility and Development at Aqarat Real Estate Development Company
Based on my experience, while I am unsure about how scalable ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management is, it is very adaptable, and I would rate that an 8.5.
BA at North America Direct, Inc.
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
9.2
Planview Portfolios is stable and reliable with some performance issues, consistently addressed through updates and improvements.
Sentiment score
8.2
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management is highly reliable, with excellent stability and minor issues promptly resolved by support.
Planview Portfolios is very stable; I have not experienced any downtime.
Project Manager at 3M
I have not faced any outages or downtime with ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management.
BA at North America Direct, Inc.
 

Room For Improvement

Planview Portfolios faces challenges with user interface, integration, accessibility, and complexity, leading to reliance on alternative tools.
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management needs UI simplification, better integration, improved reporting, more automation, and enhanced documentation for usability.
Reporting flexibility is needed so that end users can create their own quick ad hoc reports for analysis and for better data-driven decisions.
Project Manager at AT&T
Additionally, there should be plenty of resources online, such as tutorials and videos on how to guide and how to use Planview Portfolios, especially with its robust features, explaining each feature and how it works.
Project Manager at 3M
The integration of artificial intelligence is something my customer is considering for future upgrades.
Head of Business Agility and Development at Aqarat Real Estate Development Company
The recommended export and import functionality could be developed into a real-time scenario to allow seamless data synchronization without manual interventions.
Architect at Mindsprint
Making the product more cost-beneficial would help more organizations consider investing in it.
Senior Analyst at DXC Technology
 

Setup Cost

Planview Portfolios' pricing ranges from $33,000 to $900,000 annually, justified by functionality, strategic alignment, and adaptable flex licensing.
Enterprise buyers find ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management generally more expensive, suited for large organizations, with varied opinions on pricing.
My experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing for Planview Portfolios has been cost-effective and fairly pocket-friendly.
Project Manager at 3M
Planview Portfolios is one of the best and a very cost-effective tool.
Project Manager at AT&T
If a company is prepared to get a return on the investment, the price is worth it.
IT Leadership at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
A pricing model adjustment is needed for better alignment with customer usage.
Head of Business Agility and Development at Aqarat Real Estate Development Company
It's a bit costly currently.
Senior Analyst at DXC Technology
 

Valuable Features

Planview Portfolios provides customizable resource management, planning, and reporting, enhancing visibility, transparency, and strategic alignment for effective project management.
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management enhances project visibility and control with integration, flexibility, and advanced analytics for better decision-making.
End-to-end visibility enables us to analyze performance data across the organization to measure the success of strategic initiatives with key performance indicators and make timely decisions to ensure outcome realization.
Project Manager at AT&T
I have been able to leverage resources management and resource time reporting, which enabled the generation of $90 million in annual revenue through labor billing to customers.
Project Manager at 3M
The platform consolidates multiple offerings into one module, eliminating the need to invest in siloed applications.
Senior Analyst at DXC Technology
Aligning the portfolio with overall strategy and goals is essential for success.
Head of Business Agility and Development at Aqarat Real Estate Development Company
The most valuable features include managing our portfolio, getting a grip on demand in the environment, and making informed decisions about which projects would provide the greatest return.
IT Leadership at a computer software company with 201-500 employees
 

Categories and Ranking

Planview Portfolios
Ranking in Project Portfolio Management
7th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
65
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Architecture Management (11th)
ServiceNow Strategic Portfo...
Ranking in Project Portfolio Management
4th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
6.8
Number of Reviews
36
Ranking in other categories
Enterprise Agile Planning Tools (3rd)
 

Mindshare comparison

As of February 2026, in the Project Portfolio Management category, the mindshare of Planview Portfolios is 6.2%, down from 6.8% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management is 7.0%, down from 12.5% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Project Portfolio Management Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management7.0%
Planview Portfolios6.2%
Other86.8%
Project Portfolio Management
 

Featured Reviews

Monabi Kingsley - PeerSpot reviewer
Project Manager at 3M
Centralized planning has improved resource visibility and supports data‑driven financial decisions
The best features Planview Portfolios offers are visibility enhancement, robust system performance, and comprehensive resource management. This enhanced visibility in Planview Portfolios ensures that all users can easily track progress, identify bottlenecks, and make informed decisions to optimize workflow efficiency. When discussing robust system performance, the system's robust performance in meeting our various work requirements effectively and efficiently stands out. It is very stable and reliable, contributing to a seamless user experience, which enables users to focus on their tasks without disruptions. I also love the financial breakdown, planning and prioritization, and attribute collection on projects in Planview Portfolios. Planview Portfolios has positively impacted my organization since I started using it. It has enabled me to gain insights into the full scope of work consuming resources. I am able to know where the resources are being consumed more, especially which resources are consuming the most. I have been able to leverage resources management and resource time reporting, which enabled the generation of $90 million in annual revenue through labor billing to customers.
SH
Architect at Mindsprint
Have experienced improved project and resource management with strategic alignment and comprehensive support
The complete ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management suite is used for strategic alignment, allowing us to track projects, portfolios, costs, and vendors to make informed decisions based on project tasks. While I may not be able to specify exact strategic outcomes from the SPM, the overall cost can be reduced by eliminating scattered tools such as JIRA and Microsoft Project Planner, which were onboarded into a single platform for multiple processes in ServiceNow, especially with CSDM that offers services-based alignment. The impact of ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management's analytics and reporting features on decision-making processes includes utilizing reports based on milestones during project implementations. Some tasks can be delayed or not aligned with requirements, such as in agile-based projects where features such as Sprint Burndown Charts are monitored. Reports can be fetched from SPM showing if milestones have been achieved, allowing for course corrections based on metrics indicating whether they are on track.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Manufacturing Company
15%
Financial Services Firm
8%
Marketing Services Firm
8%
Healthcare Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
12%
Government
8%
Healthcare Company
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business2
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise61
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business11
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise23
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Planview Portfolios?
Planview Management integrates seamlessly with other tools and systems used within the organization, such as enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, customer relationship management (CRM) syst...
What needs improvement with Planview Portfolios?
Enhancements are needed in: Advanced reporting and analytics: While Planview Management provides robust reporting and analytics capabilities, further enhancements could include more advanced data v...
What is your primary use case for Planview Portfolios?
We use Planview Management to assess the current project portfolio, evaluate resource availability, and prioritize projects based on strategic objectives, ROI, and risk factors. Planview Management...
What do you like most about ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management?
We mainly use the solution to support operations and align our ITSM operations with our business goals. This involves coordinating between our application development, support teams, and network en...
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management?
The pricing is rated six, as it's relatively low-medium compared to other solutions. However, the value isn't fully justified when not all features are used. A pricing model adjustment is needed fo...
What needs improvement with ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management?
I don't have a comment on what areas of ServiceNow Strategic Portfolio Management could be improved or enhanced, which may be because we're not utilizing it properly. I found the documentation diff...
 

Also Known As

Planview Enterprise One, Troux
IT Business Management, ServiceNow IT Business Management Suite, ServiceNow ITBM Suite, ServiceNow ITBM
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

UPS, NatWest, Ingram Micro, Canadian Tire, Viessmann, Volvo, NASCO, UNESCO
Proximus, UNT SYSTEM, SAP SuccessFactors
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