ABG Generative Engine Optimisation

Frequently asked questions.

Plain answers about GEO and working with ABG. Can’t find yours? Ask us directly.

Understanding GEO

What is generative engine optimisation (GEO)?

GEO is the practice of making your brand clear and credible enough that AI tools, such as chat assistants and AI search, can understand it and describe it accurately.

How is it different from SEO?

SEO focuses on ranking pages in a list of links. GEO focuses on how AI tools interpret and describe your brand in written answers. The two overlap, and strong foundations help both.

Do I still need SEO?

In most cases, yes. Clear, well-structured, credible content supports both search engines and AI tools, so the work often complements your existing SEO rather than replacing it.

Which AI tools does GEO cover?

AI chat assistants and AI-powered search features. These tools work differently and change often, so we test across several rather than assuming one behaves like another.

Why does it matter for my business?

More people ask AI tools for recommendations and comparisons before they choose. If your brand is unclear there, it may be described inaccurately or not mentioned. How much this affects you depends on your category and your customers.

Working with ABG

Who do you work with?

We work with brands and businesses of every kind, from online stores to service providers.

Who will I work with?

Aiden Bonney, ABG’s founder, works directly with every client.

What does an audit involve?

We review your website and content, then test how AI tools describe your brand and your category. You receive clear findings and a prioritised list of improvements.

What do you need from me?

Usually your website address, an overview of your products or services, a few competitors, and the questions your customers commonly ask. We will tell you exactly what helps once we talk.

Do you make the changes, or just advise?

We can recommend changes for your team to make, or help implement them. We agree which approach suits you before any work starts.

Do you use shortcuts or manipulation?

No. We focus on accurate, clear and credible information. We do not publish misleading content or try to trick AI tools.

Results and expectations

Can you guarantee my brand will be recommended?

No. AI tools change often and sit outside anyone’s control. We improve your foundations, measure honestly and report what we see.

How long until I see changes?

It varies. AI tools update in different ways and at different times, and some changes take longer to be picked up. We do not promise timeframes, but we track and report what we see.

How do you measure progress?

We run repeatable tests: a consistent set of customer-style questions across several AI tools, tracking whether and how your brand appears and which sources are mentioned. We report in plain language.

Is it a one-off project?

AI tools and the web change often, so we treat it as ongoing work, with regular monitoring and reporting.

Getting started

How do I get started?

Book a consultation. We will reply by email to arrange a time, talk through where you stand, and suggest a sensible next step, which is usually an audit.

Where is ABG based?

ABG is based in Adelaide, South Australia. Email us to discuss your location and time zone.

Is there a way to try this myself first?

Yes. Our free AI visibility audit creates ten customer-style questions you can paste into the AI tools you use, then shows you a visibility score and how urgent a consultation is.

Still have questions?

Book a consultation and we will talk them through with you.

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