How to maintain brand visibility when users can't see search results
Brand visibility faces new challenges in AI-driven search environments. Jason Lax, SEO Director at SAP, shares practical approaches for maintaining visibility when traditional search results aren't visible to users. He recommends leveraging alternative platforms like shopping and maps while conducting deeper research on brand perception across different buyer journeys. Lax also emphasizes the importance of understanding how content appears differently in AI platforms versus traditional search and developing new measurement frameworks for tracking performance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Optimizing for Google's traditional search results vs emerging platforms
Traditional search vs. emerging AI platforms: which deserves focus? Jason Lax from SAP makes the case for prioritizing emerging technologies over legacy search, comparing it to becoming a mechanic for electric vehicles rather than gasoline cars. He positions Google's AI experience as a hybrid solution while explaining why investing in newer platforms offers greater potential for innovation and future-proofing SEO strategies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How will consumer behavior evolve in the next 12 months?
Consumer behavior is rapidly evolving with AI tools. Jason Lax from SAP examines how search patterns are shifting from traditional queries to more efficient AI-assisted interactions. He explores the "search less, do more" paradigm where users leverage new technologies to increase productivity, while also addressing the implications of zero-click search results and how technology reciprocally shapes user behavior.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Should you build separate teams for traditional vs AI search?
Should you separate traditional and AI search teams? Jason Lax from SAP weighs in on this emerging organizational question facing SEO departments. He suggests that while temporary separation might help teams develop specialized AI skills, the significant overlap in fundamentals means these functions will inevitably merge back together. Lax compares this to the relationship between content and technical SEO, emphasizing that while resources may be divided, the teams must work in lockstep rather than as isolated units.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Will Structured Data Continue To Increase In Importance?
Structured data's role in search continues to evolve rapidly. Jason Lax from SAP examines whether structured metadata will become more critical as search engines advance or diminish in importance. He explains how both Google and Bing recently reinforced structured data's significance, highlighting its contribution to crawling efficiency and precision while serving as a foundation for more refined communication between systems.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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