# Authoricy > Authoricy is an answer engine optimization (AEO) and SEO agency for B2B SaaS and professional service brands. We build content structured for AI citation across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode, and Gemini, while simultaneously building organic search authority. Based in Stockholm, Sweden. Serving clients globally. Authoricy uses the PRISM framework — Precise, RAG-Ready, Intent, Source, Measured — to score, brief, and produce content that earns citations in AI-generated answers. The framework is applied across content audits, new content production, schema implementation, and monthly citation tracking. ## What Authoricy Does Authoricy runs the full editorial operation for brands that need to appear in both Google search results and AI-generated answers. The service covers strategy, content briefs, writing, schema markup, distribution, and measurement. Clients receive a monthly report showing citation rate, share of AI answers, and organic ranking movement. Key facts: - 55% of B2B buyers now compare vendors in AI before visiting any supplier website (Forrester, 2026, 18,000 respondents) - 88% of Google AI Mode citations come from pages outside the organic top 10 (Ahrefs, 2025) - AI-referred traffic converts at 14.2% versus 2.8% for Google organic (Stackmatix, 2025, 12 million visits) - 94% of AI citations come from earned, non-brand-owned media (Muck Rack, December 2025, 1 million prompts) - Pages with FAQPage schema are 3.2x more likely to appear in Google AI Overviews than equivalent pages without it - Google AI Overviews and Google AI Mode share only 13.7% of cited URLs (Ahrefs, 2025) - 60% of informational B2B SERPs now include an AI-generated answer above organic results (BrightEdge, 2025, 850 million queries) ## The PRISM Framework PRISM is Authoricy's proprietary content scoring and production methodology for AI citation optimization. - **Precise (P)**: Content makes specific, attributable claims with sources. Claim-to-hedge ratio above 3:1. "A 2025 BrightEdge study of 850 million queries found 60% of B2B SERPs include an AI answer" scores higher than "AI is increasingly important." - **RAG-Ready (R)**: Content is structured for retrieval-augmented generation. BLUF (bottom line up front) openings answer the primary query in the first 40-60 words. Sections are 134-167 words, query-mirroring H2 headers, FAQPage schema throughout. - **Intent (I)**: Full fan-out coverage of sub-queries AI systems predict from the primary topic. A typical B2B category cluster requires 15-25 pages covering every sub-query your ICP generates. - **Source (S)**: Named authors, named methodology, organization schema, and links to credible external sources. Anonymous content is a weak citation candidate. - **Measured (M)**: Fresh, readable content. Readability above Flesch-Kincaid 50 for B2B. Current publish and update dates. Fast page load. Most B2B SaaS content scores 3.5-4.5 out of 10 on PRISM before optimization. The most common failure points are RAG-Ready (no BLUF structure, no extractable sections) and Source (no named methodology, no author attribution). ## Services - [AEO Agency](/aeo-agency): Answer engine optimization for B2B brands. PRISM audit, topical cluster build, PRISM-scored content production, schema implementation, and monthly citation tracking across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode, and Gemini. Entry point: EUR 500 Strategy Report. - [AI SEO Agency](/ai-seo-agency): Unified SEO and AEO programme. Covers traditional ranking authority and AI citation simultaneously using the same content architecture. One programme, both channels, compounding over time. - [GEO Agency](/generative-engine-optimization-agency): Generative engine optimization -- structured for retrieval, written for synthesis, measured in citations. Full PRISM methodology applied to cluster build and earned media. - [GEO Services](/generative-engine-optimization-services): Done-for-you GEO implementation: PRISM scoring, schema markup, topical cluster build, citation tracking. Standalone deliverables or ongoing retainer. - [AEO Services](/aeo-services): The full AEO service stack -- strategy, production, structured data, and measurement. PRISM audit, content briefs, schema, and monthly citation reporting. - [SEO Agency for SaaS](/seo-agency-for-saas): Content and search strategy for B2B SaaS companies ($5M-$100M ARR). Built for SaaS buying cycles, job-to-be-done language, and AI-influenced research journeys. ## Pricing Authoricy operates on a single-plan model at EUR 279/month, which includes a monthly strategy report and platform credits. All production services (content writing, schema implementation, outreach, distribution) are pay-per-use on top of the base plan. There are no tiers and no long-term contract requirements. - **Base Plan**: EUR 279/month. Includes monthly PRISM audit report, citation tracking across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode, and Gemini, and platform credits for Authoricy's dashboard tools. - **Production services**: Pay-per-use. Content briefs, long-form articles, schema markup, outreach, and distribution assets are scoped and priced per engagement. ## Editorial ### Strategy - [Zero-Click AI Search: How B2B SaaS Brands Win Pipeline When Traffic Disappears](/blog/zero-click-ai-search-b2b-strategy): AI search traffic converts at 4.4x organic rates while 83% of queries end without clicks. Reframes zero-click as a pipeline opportunity and covers citation-first strategy with 90-day implementation framework. - [AI SEO Strategy: The Complete B2B Framework for Ranking and Citation in 2026](/blog/ai-seo-strategy): Build an AI SEO strategy that earns Google rankings and AI citations. AI-referred traffic converts at 14.2% vs 2.8% organic. Framework covering five strategic components and 90-day implementation. - [GEO Strategy: The Complete B2B Framework for Generative Engine Optimization in 2026](/blog/geo-strategy): Build a GEO strategy that earns AI citations. 47% of brands lack a GEO strategy in 2026. Framework covering content structure, authority distribution, and 90-day implementation. - [AI Search Marketing Strategy: How B2B Brands Restructure Go-to-Market for the Citation Economy](/blog/ai-search-marketing-strategy): AI search marketing requires restructuring B2B go-to-market from traffic-first to citation-first. 96% of B2B companies are invisible in AI discovery (2X, 2026). Framework covering five strategic components and 90-day implementation. - [AEO Strategy: The Complete B2B Framework for Answer Engine Optimization in 2026](/blog/aeo-strategy): Build an AEO strategy that earns AI citations. 94% of B2B buyers use AI in purchase research (6sense, 4,510 buyers). Framework covering content structure, measurement, and 90-day implementation timeline with documented 288% ROI case study. - [AEO vs GEO: What B2B Marketers Need to Know in 2026](/blog/aeo-vs-geo): AEO targets direct answers in featured snippets; GEO earns citations in AI-synthesized responses. 73% of B2B buyers use AI tools during purchase research (Averi, 680M citations). Guide covers differences, overlap, and prioritization for B2B SaaS. - [AEO vs SEO: What Every B2B Marketer Needs to Understand in 2026](/blog/aeo-vs-seo): 88% of Google AI Mode citations bypass the organic top 10. AEO and SEO target different systems, use different metrics, and require different content strategies. This guide explains both, the structural gap between them, and how to sequence investment. - [GEO vs SEO: What's the Difference and Which Matters More in 2026?](/blog/geo-vs-seo): Generative engine optimization targets AI retrieval systems; traditional SEO targets ranking algorithms. Comparison table, overlap analysis, prioritization framework for B2B SaaS. - [The B2B Buyer's AI Research Journey: What Happens Before They Visit Your Website](/blog/b2b-ai-search-buyer-journey): 55% of B2B buyers form their vendor shortlist in AI before visiting any supplier website (Forrester, 2026). This post documents the three phases -- category definition, vendor comparison, and pre-contact diligence -- and what they mean for pipeline strategy. ### Guides - [Enterprise AI SEO: How Large B2B Companies Build AI Search Visibility at Scale in 2026](/blog/enterprise-ai-seo): Enterprise AI SEO delivers 748% ROI when scaled across business units. Complete guide covering multi-platform citation strategy, cross-functional coordination, budget allocation, and the 90-day enterprise implementation framework. - [How AI Search Engines Select Sources: The Retrieval and Citation Mechanics B2B Marketers Must Understand](/blog/how-ai-search-selects-sources): AI search engines use a two-stage process: retrieval selects candidates, citation scoring decides what gets referenced. 80% of cited URLs rank outside Google top 100. The mechanism that determines whether your content is cited or consumed without credit. - [Search Everywhere Optimization: The B2B Guide to Multi-Platform AI Visibility in 2026](/blog/search-everywhere-optimization): 26.3% of buyer research happens outside Google. Framework covering AI platforms, Reddit, YouTube, LinkedIn, review sites, and multi-surface measurement for B2B SaaS. - [How to Optimize for AI Search: The Complete B2B Guide for 2026](/blog/optimize-for-ai-search): AI-referred traffic converts at 14.2% vs 2.8% organic (5.1x advantage). Seven-step optimization framework covering crawler access, content structure, schema markup, topical clusters, earned media distribution, platform-specific tactics, and measurement. 90-day implementation timeline. - [What Is AI SEO? The Complete B2B Guide for 2026](/blog/what-is-ai-seo): AI SEO optimizes content for traditional search rankings and AI citations. 51% of B2B buyers start research in AI chatbots (G2, 2026). Guide covers methodology, platform-specific optimization, 90-day implementation, and the 5.1x conversion advantage. - [AI Search Competitive Analysis: The B2B Framework for Benchmarking Citation Performance in 2026](/blog/ai-search-competitive-analysis): Top-quartile B2B SaaS brands earn 8.4x more AI citations than bottom-quartile competitors. Framework for competitive analysis in AI search: prompt universe construction, citation rate benchmarking, share of voice calculation, gap identification, third-party source analysis, and the 90-day competitive response. - [AI Search Platforms for B2B: Which Ones Matter and How to Prioritize in 2026](/blog/ai-search-platforms-b2b-guide): ChatGPT holds 62.6% of B2B AI referrals but Claude converts at 16.8%. Six-platform comparison (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, Gemini, Google AI Mode, Copilot) with citation patterns, conversion benchmarks, and prioritization framework by company stage. - [Content Refresh for AI Search: How the 13-Week Rule Changes B2B Citation Strategy in 2026](/blog/content-refresh-ai-search): 50% of AI citations come from content under 13 weeks old. Complete guide covering the content refresh framework for maintaining AI search visibility, decay detection, and the 90-day implementation cycle. - [G2 SEO for AI Citations: How B2B SaaS Brands Win Visibility Through Software Review Platforms](/blog/g2-seo-ai-citations-saas-guide): G2 accounts for 33-75% of review-site AI citations. Complete guide covering profile optimization, review velocity, multi-platform strategy, and 90-day implementation timeline. - [B2B AI Search Prompts: How Buyers Ask Questions and How to Get Cited in the Answers](/blog/b2b-ai-search-prompts): B2B buyers submit 80-100M AI prompts daily. Six prompt categories (shortlist, alternative, category comparison, use-case, constraint, proof), citation patterns by type, content structure for prompt-optimized citation, and the 90-day implementation sequence. - [Agentic SEO: How AI Agents Are Transforming B2B Search Workflows in 2026](/blog/agentic-seo): Agentic SEO uses autonomous AI agents for audits, content optimization, and internal linking. SEO audit agents return 11.4x ROI (QuickSEO, Q1 2026, 250 agencies). Six-stage workflow framework and 90-day implementation guide for B2B SaaS teams. - [AEO Metrics and KPIs: How to Measure Answer Engine Optimization Success in 2026](/blog/aeo-metrics-kpis-measurement): The 7 essential AEO metrics for measuring AI search visibility: citation rate, share of voice, AI-referred traffic, and conversion benchmarks. Complete measurement framework with platform-specific tracking. - [Multimodal AI Search Optimization: How B2B SaaS Brands Win Citations Across Text, Image, Video, and Voice in 2026](/blog/multimodal-ai-search-optimization): More than 16% of AI searches now use image, video, or voice inputs. Complete guide covering multimodal SEO for B2B SaaS with schema markup, alt text optimization, video transcripts, and 90-day implementation timeline. - [AEO for SaaS: The Complete Guide to Answer Engine Optimization for Software Companies](/blog/aeo-for-saas): One B2B SaaS increased AI-referred trials from 550 to 2,300+ in four weeks (Discovered Labs, June 2026). Complete guide covering the five-pillar SaaS AEO framework, platform-specific optimization, third-party review site strategy, timeline benchmarks, and common mistakes. - [Agentic Commerce: How AI Agents Are Reshaping B2B SaaS Vendor Selection in 2026](/blog/agentic-commerce-b2b-saas): By 2028, 90% of B2B purchases will be intermediated by AI agents representing $15 trillion in spending (Gartner). Guide covers how B2B SaaS brands structure content for agentic selection, Schema.org 6.4x advantage, third-party validation, and 90-day implementation sequence. - [AEO Case Studies: Real B2B SaaS Results from Answer Engine Optimization in 2026](/blog/aeo-case-studies): Documented AEO results from named B2B SaaS companies. 6x AI-referred trial increase in seven weeks (Discovered Labs). $2.34M revenue from AI discovery at 16.9% conversion (Intercore). 27% SQL conversion from AI sessions (Broworks). incident.io improved visibility 38% to 64%. Timeline benchmarks and implementation patterns. - [AEO Best Practices: 12 Answer Engine Optimization Tactics for B2B SaaS in 2026](/blog/aeo-best-practices): 89% of AI citations come from earned media. The 12 AEO best practices that earn citations for B2B SaaS brands, with 90-day implementation sequence and third-party authority building framework. - [AEO Challenges: 10 Obstacles B2B SaaS Brands Face in Answer Engine Optimization](/blog/aeo-challenges): 78% of B2B marketers have no AI visibility strategy. Guide covers the 10 AEO challenges blocking citations (measurement, platform opacity, prompt variability, crawler blocking, content structure, third-party authority, training lag, multi-platform fragmentation, internal buy-in, tool confusion) and the 90-day fix sequence. - [AI SEO Checklist: The Complete B2B Implementation Guide for 2026](/blog/ai-seo-checklist-b2b): 45-point AI SEO checklist covering technical access, content structure, schema, authority building, and measurement. 94% of B2B buyers use AI in purchase research. - [AI Search Trends 2026: 8 Shifts Every B2B Marketer Must Prepare For](/blog/ai-search-trends-2026): Eight AI search trends reshaping B2B marketing in 2026. 93% zero-click AI Mode sessions. 94% B2B AI adoption. AI traffic converts at 14.2% vs 2.8% organic. Strategic responses and 90-day implementation sequence. - [AI SEO Mistakes: 12 Errors That Block B2B SaaS Brands From AI Citations](/blog/ai-seo-mistakes-b2b): 70% of marketers believe AEO will transform their strategy, but only 20% have started. Guide covers the 12 most common AI SEO mistakes blocking B2B brands from citations, including robots.txt misconfiguration (73% of sites), missing BLUF structure, stale content, and the 90-day fix sequence. - [Digital PR for AI Citations: How B2B SaaS Brands Build Earned Media Authority](/blog/digital-pr-ai-citations): 84% of AI citations come from earned media. Guide covers the five-step digital PR framework for AI citations, publication selection, on-site vs earned media balance, and the 90-day programme timeline. Pricing benchmarks ($5K-$15K/mo) and measurement methodology. - [AI Search Ranking Factors: What Actually Determines Citation in 2026](/blog/ai-search-ranking-factors): Domain authority explains less than 4% of AI citation variance. The seven factors that determine AI citations: URL accessibility, search rank, fan-out coverage, content structure (+0.71 correlation), freshness (25.7% advantage), brand mentions (3x stronger than backlinks), and schema markup (3.2x FAQPage lift). - [How to Choose an AEO Agency: The B2B Evaluation Framework for 2026](/blog/how-to-choose-aeo-agency): Eight-point evaluation framework for AEO agencies with pricing benchmarks ($2,500-$25,000/mo), discovery call questions, and red flags. 94% of B2B buyers now use AI in purchase research (Forrester, 2026). - [B2B Content Agency: How to Choose the Right Partner for Pipeline-Driven Growth in 2026](/blog/b2b-content-agency): Eight-point evaluation framework for B2B content agencies with pricing benchmarks by company stage ($3K-$75K/mo), AI search capability requirements, and red flags. Content marketing delivers 748% ROI over 3 years (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). - [SEO Content Agency: How to Choose the Right Partner for Search and AI Visibility in 2026](/blog/seo-content-agency): Eight-point evaluation framework for SEO content agencies. Content-driven SEO delivers 748% ROI over 3 years (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). Pricing benchmarks by company stage ($3K-$50K/mo), AI search capability requirements, and red flags to avoid. - [AEO Pricing Guide: What Answer Engine Optimization Actually Costs in 2026](/blog/aeo-pricing-guide): AEO pricing ranges $1,500-$25,000/mo by company stage. Complete breakdown with ROI calculation framework (288% first-quarter ROI case study), budget allocation by tier, and 8-point provider evaluation criteria. - [AI SEO Audit: The Complete B2B Framework for Search and Citation Readiness](/blog/ai-seo-audit): Seven-dimension audit framework covering technical accessibility, content structure, entity clarity, citation footprint, competitive position, measurement infrastructure, and pipeline attribution. 86% of B2B brands lack AI visibility strategy (Hamster Garage, 2026). - [Technical SEO for AI Search: The B2B Checklist for Crawler Access, Rendering, and Citation Eligibility](/blog/technical-seo-ai-search): Technical SEO determines whether AI systems can access your content. 73% of B2B sites block AI crawlers (Otterly, 2026). Complete checklist covering robots.txt configuration, HTTP response verification, JavaScript rendering, schema markup, and the 30-day implementation timeline. - [AI Citation Optimization: The Complete B2B Guide to Earning LLM References](/blog/ai-citation-optimization): Top quartile B2B SaaS brands earn 8.4x more AI citations. Guide covers structural factors (+0.71 correlation vs +0.18 for domain authority), platform-specific patterns, and the 90-day optimization sequence from 8% to 24% citation rate. - [How to Optimize for AI Overviews: The Step-by-Step Guide for B2B Brands](/blog/how-to-optimize-for-ai-overviews): Tactical guide to optimizing content for Google AI Overviews. 35% CTR increase for cited pages (Seer Interactive, 2.43B impressions). Step-by-step implementation with checklists, formatting patterns, and 30-day optimization timeline. - [AI Search Optimization Services: What They Include, What They Cost, and How to Evaluate Providers in 2026](/blog/ai-search-optimization-services): AI search optimization services for B2B brands. Pricing $2K-$25K/mo by company stage (Digital Elevator, 2026). Eight service components, ROI calculation framework, and 8-point provider evaluation criteria. - [AI SEO Consultant: How to Find, Evaluate, and Hire the Right Expert in 2026](/blog/ai-seo-consultant): Eight-point evaluation framework for AI SEO consultants covering multi-platform expertise, measurement methodology, and pricing benchmarks ($100-$300/hr). Red flags and discovery questions to ask. - [AI SEO Company: How to Evaluate, Compare, and Choose the Right Partner in 2026](/blog/ai-seo-company): 8-point evaluation framework for AI SEO companies. AI-referred traffic converts at 14.2% versus 2.8% organic (Stackmatix, 12M visits). Pricing benchmarks, red flags, and discovery call questions. - [Entity SEO for AI Citations: How B2B Brands Build Knowledge Graph Presence in 2026](/blog/entity-seo-ai-citations): Entity SEO earns AI citations by structuring your brand as a knowledge graph entity. Content with 15+ connected entities shows 4.8x higher citation probability (Digital Applied, 2026, 500 sites). Guide covers entity establishment, schema markup, third-party validation, and the 90-day implementation sequence for B2B SaaS. - [Topical Authority for AI Search: How B2B Brands Build Citation Clusters](/blog/topical-authority-ai-search): Domains with 10+ interlinked pages earn AI citations at 2-3x the rate of single-page competitors (Slate, 2026). Complete guide covering how AI systems measure topical authority, the hub-and-spoke citation multiplier, cluster architecture, and sequencing the topical authority build for B2B SaaS. - [What Is LLMO? Large Language Model Optimization Explained for B2B](/blog/what-is-llmo): LLMO (Large Language Model Optimization) is the practice of optimizing content for AI citation. 68% of B2B buyers use LLMs for vendor research (AEO Signal, 2026). Complete guide covering LLMO vs SEO/AEO/GEO, PRISM framework implementation, and measurement. - [Gemini SEO: How B2B Brands Get Cited in Google AI Search](/blog/gemini-seo-b2b-guide): Gemini reaches 750M monthly users and powers 60% of query AI Overviews. Platform-specific guide covering schema requirements, entity strategy, third-party authority, and 90-day implementation timeline for B2B SaaS. - [Copilot SEO: How B2B Brands Get Cited in Microsoft AI Search](/blog/microsoft-copilot-seo): Microsoft Copilot referral traffic converts at 17x direct visits with 35% lead-to-SQL rate. Platform-specific optimization guide covering Bing indexing, robots.txt configuration, LinkedIn authority signals, and 90-day implementation. - [Claude SEO: How B2B Brands Get Cited in Anthropic AI Search](/blog/claude-seo-b2b-guide): Claude captures 21% of B2B AI referrals and converts at 16.8% vs 1.76% Google organic. Platform-specific optimization guide covering Brave Search indexing, citation mechanics, and 90-day implementation. - [Google AI Mode SEO: How B2B Brands Get Cited in Google Conversational Search](/blog/google-ai-mode-seo): Google AI Mode reached 1 billion users with 93% zero-click sessions. Guide covers the seven optimization factors that determine citation, platform-specific differences from AI Overviews, and the 90-day implementation timeline for B2B SaaS. - [How to Rank in ChatGPT Search: The Complete B2B Guide for 2026](/blog/how-to-rank-in-chatgpt-search): ChatGPT citations convert at 15.9% vs 1.76% for Google organic. Step-by-step guide covering Bing indexing, OAI-SearchBot requirements, content structure for extraction, and third-party authority building with 60-120 day timeline benchmarks. - [Enterprise SaaS SEO: The Complete Strategy for Scaling Organic Growth in 2026](/blog/enterprise-saas-seo): Enterprise SaaS SEO delivers 702% ROI with 7-month break-even. Complete guide covering technical foundations, content architecture, AI search integration, and budget benchmarks for high-growth software companies ($15K-$150K/mo by stage). - [SaaS SEO Services: What They Include, What They Cost, and How to Evaluate Providers in 2026](/blog/saas-seo-services): SaaS SEO services deliver 702% ROI with 7-month break-even. Eight core service components, pricing by company stage ($3K-$25K/mo), AI search integration requirements, and provider evaluation criteria. - [Enterprise SEO Consultant: How to Evaluate, Hire, and Get ROI in 2026](/blog/enterprise-seo-consultant): Enterprise SEO consultants deliver 748% ROI when properly vetted. Eight-point evaluation framework, pricing benchmarks ($150-$500/hr), AI search requirements, and red flags to avoid. - [B2B SEO Consultant: How to Evaluate, Hire, and Get Results in 2026](/blog/b2b-seo-consultant): B2B SEO consultants deliver 748% ROI when properly vetted. Eight-point evaluation framework, pricing benchmarks ($150-$500/hr, $5K-$25K/mo retainer), AI search capability assessment, and red flags to avoid. - [B2B Content Marketing Strategy: The Complete Guide to Building Pipeline Through Content in 2026](/blog/b2b-content-marketing-strategy): B2B content marketing delivers 748% ROI when built for pipeline. Organizations with documented strategies generate 3x more leads per dollar spent (Content Marketing Institute, 2026, 1,015 B2B marketers). - [Enterprise SEO Company: How to Evaluate, Compare, and Choose the Right Partner in 2026](/blog/enterprise-seo-company): Enterprise SEO delivers 748% ROI over three years. Eight-point evaluation framework, pricing benchmarks ($10K-$50K+/mo), AI search capability requirements, and red flags to avoid when selecting an enterprise SEO partner. - [Enterprise SEO Audit: The Complete Framework for Large-Scale Technical and AI Search Assessment](/blog/enterprise-seo-audit): Enterprise SEO audits deliver 748% ROI when issues are fixed. Eight-phase framework covering technical infrastructure, content quality, AI search readiness, and the quarterly cadence enterprise teams need. - [Enterprise SEO Services: What They Include, What They Cost, and How to Evaluate Providers](/blog/enterprise-seo-services): Enterprise SEO services deliver 748% ROI over three years (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). Complete guide covering eight core service components, pricing benchmarks by organizational maturity ($10K-$50K+/mo), evaluation criteria for enterprise providers, and AI search integration requirements. - [B2B SEO Services: What They Include, What They Cost, and How to Evaluate Providers](/blog/b2b-seo-services): B2B SEO services deliver 748% ROI over three years (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). Complete guide covering the seven core service components, pricing benchmarks by company stage ($2.5K-$15K/mo), 8-point provider evaluation framework, and AI search integration requirements. - [How to Choose a B2B SEO Agency in 2026](/blog/b2b-seo-agency): B2B SEO delivers 748% ROI over 3 years (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). Complete evaluation guide covering the seven criteria for agency selection, pricing benchmarks ($2.5K-$50K+/month), AI search capability assessment, and red flags to avoid. - [SaaS SEO Agency: How to Choose the Right Partner for Software Company Growth](/blog/saas-seo-agency): SaaS SEO delivers 702% ROI with 7-month break-even (First Page Sage, 3,000 sites). Eight evaluation criteria specific to software companies, pricing benchmarks ($5K-$25K/month), and the AI search capability assessment for SaaS agencies. - [SaaS Content Marketing: The Complete Guide to Building Pipeline Through Content in 2026](/blog/saas-content-marketing): SaaS content marketing delivers 844% ROI over 3 years with organic CAC 5-10x lower than paid (First Page Sage, 3,000 sites). Covers strategy, funnel mapping, content formats, distribution, AI optimization, and measurement for B2B software companies. - [SEO for SaaS Companies: The Complete Guide to Organic Growth in 2026](/blog/seo-for-saas-companies): SaaS SEO delivers 702% ROI over three years (First Page Sage, 3,000 sites). Complete guide covering keyword strategy, technical foundations, content architecture, AI search optimization, and pipeline measurement for B2B software companies. - [SaaS SEO: The Complete Guide to Organic Growth for Software Companies in 2026](/blog/saas-seo): SaaS SEO delivers 702% ROI with organic CAC 5-10x lower than paid after 24 months (First Page Sage, 3,000 sites). Covers keyword strategy for trials and freemium, technical foundations, content architecture, and AI search integration for B2B software companies. - [AI SEO for Startups: How to Build AI Search Visibility from Zero in 2026](/blog/ai-seo-for-startups): AI SEO for startups delivers 702% ROI with 7-month breakeven. Stage-specific guide covering citation strategy from pre-seed to Series A, budget allocation ($0-8K/mo by stage), the 90-day foundation, and why domain authority explains less than 4% of AI citation variance. - [B2B SEO Strategy: The Complete Guide for SaaS Revenue Teams in 2026](/blog/b2b-seo-strategy): B2B SEO delivers 748% ROI over three years (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). Complete strategy covering keyword targeting, content architecture, AI search integration, and pipeline measurement for B2B SaaS teams. - [B2B SEO Tools: The Complete Stack for SaaS Revenue Teams in 2026](/blog/b2b-seo-tools): The 12 best B2B SEO tools compared by category. B2B SEO delivers 748% ROI (BrightEdge, 3,000 sites). Covers research, content optimization, technical SEO, and AI visibility tracking tools with stage-based recommendations. - [YouTube AEO: How B2B Brands Get Cited in AI Search Through Video](/blog/youtube-aeo-b2b-guide): YouTube is now the #2 social platform for AI citations, capturing 31.8% of social media citations (OtterlyAI, 2026). Guide covers why views do not predict citations, long-form video optimization, platform-specific citation patterns, and the 90-day implementation timeline for B2B SaaS. - [Reddit AEO: How B2B SaaS Brands Get Cited in AI Search Through Reddit](/blog/reddit-aeo-b2b-guide): Reddit accounts for 24% of Perplexity citations and is top-3 for ChatGPT. Reddit citation share grew 73% in Q1 2026 (Tinuiti). Guide covers subreddit selection, karma building, content strategy, disclosure requirements, and measuring AI citation impact for B2B SaaS. - [LinkedIn AEO: How B2B Brands Get Cited in AI Search Through LinkedIn](/blog/linkedin-aeo-b2b-guide): LinkedIn is now the #2 most cited source in AI search, appearing in 11% of AI responses. Guide covers content structure, posting frequency, personal profile vs Company Page optimization, and platform-specific tactics for ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI Mode. - [AI Content Strategy: The B2B Guide to Building Content That Gets Cited](/blog/ai-content-strategy-b2b-guide): AI content strategy optimizes for citation, not ranking. 94% of B2B buyers use AI for vendor research, and teams using AI-assisted workflows produce 34% more content at equivalent quality. - [What Is AI Visibility? The B2B SaaS Guide to Being Found in AI Search](/blog/ai-visibility-b2b-guide): AI visibility measures how often your brand appears in AI-generated answers. 76% of B2B buyers now research vendors in AI, and AI-referred traffic converts at 14.2% vs. 2.8% for Google organic. - [AI Brand Visibility: Why 96% of B2B Companies Are Invisible to AI-Assisted Buyers](/blog/ai-brand-visibility-b2b-guide): The 2026 2X AI Visibility Index found 96% of B2B companies are invisible during early-stage AI discovery. Covers the five structural factors that determine AI brand visibility, platform-specific citation patterns, and the 90-day fix to move from invisible to visible. - [What Is Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)? A Complete Guide](/blog/what-is-aeo): Definition of AEO, how it differs from SEO and GEO, the PRISM methodology, realistic timelines (60-90 days for first citation movement on low-competition service terms), and implementation sequence. - [What Is Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)? The Complete B2B Guide for 2026](/blog/what-is-generative-engine-optimization): GEO is the practice of optimizing content for AI citation. 51% of B2B buyers now start research with AI chatbots (G2, 2026). Princeton research shows targeted optimization lifts citation rates by 22-41%. Complete guide covering methodology, core techniques, technical requirements, and 90-day implementation. - [LLM SEO: How to Optimize Content for Large Language Model Citations](/blog/llm-seo): Technical guide to optimizing content for LLM retrieval. BLUF structure, RAG-ready formatting, schema requirements, topical cluster completeness, and distributed authority strategy. - [What Are AI SEO Services? The Complete B2B Guide for 2026](/blog/ai-seo-services-b2b-guide): AI SEO services optimize for citation in AI answers. 94% of B2B buyers use AI during purchase (Forrester, 2026). Guide covers scope, pricing, provider evaluation, and expected timelines. - [Perplexity SEO: How B2B Brands Can Win Citations in AI Search](/blog/perplexity-seo-b2b-guide): Platform-specific optimization for Perplexity AI. 52% of B2B buyers use Perplexity for vendor research. Covers the seven ranking factors, PRISM implementation, and a 90-day citation-building plan. - [AI Overview Optimization: How B2B Brands Get Cited in Google AI Answers](/blog/ai-overview-optimization): 82% of B2B tech queries now trigger AI Overviews. Covers what Google's official May 2026 guidance says about llms.txt (not needed), content formats that get cited, and the 90-day optimization plan for B2B SaaS. - [Bing AI Performance Report: How B2B Brands Use Grounding Queries to Win LLM Citations](/blog/bing-ai-performance-grounding-queries): Bing AI Performance is the first free tool showing which pages AI systems cite. 80% of LLM citations come from pages outside Google top 100. Guide covers grounding query analysis, citation share benchmarking, and optimization for Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT. - [ChatGPT SEO Prompts: 30+ Proven Prompts for B2B Marketers in 2026](/blog/chatgpt-seo-prompts): Copy-paste prompts for keyword research, content optimization, meta descriptions, technical SEO, and competitive analysis. SEO teams with structured prompt workflows produce 3-5x more output per person. - [Competitor Listicle Strategy: How B2B Brands Win AI Citations Without Triggering Google Penalties](/blog/competitor-listicle-strategy): Listicles capture 40.9% of commercial AI citations. Self-promotional listicles lost 30-50% Google visibility in 2026. Guide covers third-party listicle placements, the listicle rank effect (+16.5pp visibility from rank #1), and the 90-day playbook. ### Measurement - [AI Search Trends 2026: The 8 Shifts Reshaping B2B Discovery](/blog/ai-search-trends-2026): The eight AI search trends defining B2B discovery in 2026. Zero-click hits 93% in AI Mode, multimodal grows 40% MoM, and 78% of marketers are not tracking AI visibility. Data-backed trend analysis with strategic response for each shift. - [AI Search Statistics 2026: 60+ Data Points Every B2B Marketer Needs](/blog/ai-search-statistics-2026): The definitive compilation of AI search statistics for 2026. AI search converts at 14.2% vs 2.8% organic (5x advantage). 94% of B2B buyers use AI in purchase research. Top quartile SaaS earns 8.4x more citations than bottom quartile. - [AI Search ROI: How to Calculate, Justify, and Maximize Return from Answer Engine Investment](/blog/ai-search-roi): AI search traffic converts at 14.2% vs 2.8% for Google organic (Stackmatix, 12M visits). Complete ROI framework including formula, payback benchmarks (break-even at Month 3-6), CFO business case template, and platform-specific conversion rates. - [AI Search Analytics: The Complete B2B Guide to Measuring What Actually Matters in 2026](/blog/ai-search-analytics): Only 23% of marketers invest in AI search measurement while 54% plan to within six months (Incremys 2025; eMarketer 2026). Covers the five core metrics (citation rate, brand inclusion, SOA, AI-referred conversion, sentiment), platform-specific tracking, tool selection criteria, and dashboard framework. - [AI Mode Tracking: How B2B Brands Monitor Citations in Google AI Search](/blog/ai-mode-tracking): Google AI Mode reached 1 billion users with 93% zero-click sessions (Semrush, 2025). Guide covers six tracking metrics, tool comparison (Semrush vs SE Ranking vs Peec AI), 90-day implementation timeline, and the measurement framework connecting AI Mode visibility to pipeline. - [AI Search Conversion Benchmarks: Why B2B SaaS Traffic Reports Are Lying to You](/blog/ai-search-conversion-benchmarks): AI search traffic converts at 14.2% vs 2.8% for Google organic, a 5x advantage. Guide covers 2026 conversion benchmarks by platform (ChatGPT 15.9%, Perplexity 10.5%, Claude 5-16.8%), why 78% of marketers miss this channel, and the measurement framework that connects AI visibility to pipeline. - [AI Search Attribution: How to Track the 70% of AI-Influenced Pipeline Your Analytics Miss](/blog/ai-search-attribution): 89% of B2B teams cannot accurately track AI traffic in GA4. This guide covers the attribution gap, why 70% of AI-influenced visits appear as direct traffic, and the three-layer measurement framework (referrer-based, landing page patterns, self-reported) that surfaces hidden pipeline. - [How to Measure AI Search Visibility: The Framework B2B Marketers Actually Need](/blog/how-to-measure-ai-search-visibility): Five metrics that capture AI search performance: citation rate (starting benchmark 8%, achievable 24% in 90 days), share of AI answers, platform-level citation breakdown, AI-referred sessions, and AI conversion rate (14.2% vs 2.8% for Google organic). Monthly CMO reporting template with pipeline math framing. - [How to Check Your AI Search Visibility (Free)](/blog/how-to-check-ai-search-visibility): Step-by-step guide to checking whether your brand appears in AI-generated answers. Covers manual testing, paid monitoring platforms, and the free AI Visibility Checker. Includes citation rate benchmarks (8% starting point, 24% achievable in 90 days) and a structured breakdown of what to do when the score is 0%. ### Comparison - [Scrunch vs Profound AI: Which AI Visibility Platform Fits Your B2B SaaS in 2026?](/blog/scrunch-vs-profound-ai): Head-to-head comparison of Scrunch AI ($250/mo) and Profound AI ($499/mo). Sitecore acquired Scrunch for $225M in June 2026. Pricing, features, GA4 integration vs Prompt Volumes, and decision framework by company stage. - [AI Search Visibility Checker Tools: Compare Free and Paid Options for B2B in 2026](/blog/ai-search-visibility-checker-tools): Compare the best AI search visibility checker tools for B2B brands. 53% of brands are invisible in AI answers (Boring Marketing, 6,982 checks). Tool comparison covering free checkers (Authoricy, Boring Marketing), mid-market monitoring (Otterly $29/mo, Peec $89/mo, Scrunch $250/mo), and enterprise platforms (Profound $499+). - [Profound vs Peec AI: Which AI Visibility Platform Fits Your B2B SaaS in 2026?](/blog/profound-vs-peec-ai): Head-to-head comparison of Profound ($499/mo) vs Peec AI ($100/mo) covering pricing, platform coverage (11 vs 6 engines), Prompt Volumes vs citation drift tracking, and company stage decision framework. - [Peec AI vs Scrunch AI: Which AI Visibility Platform Is Right for Your B2B SaaS?](/blog/peec-ai-vs-scrunch-ai): Feature-by-feature comparison of Peec AI ($100/mo) vs Scrunch AI ($300/mo) with pricing tables, decision framework, and B2B SaaS use cases. Peec is monitoring-first; Scrunch adds GA4 attribution and AXP optimization layer. - [Otterly AI Review 2026: Features, Pricing, and Who It Is Actually For](/blog/otterly-ai-review): Otterly AI is a $29/month AI search visibility platform with Gartner Cool Vendor 2025 recognition and 4.8/5 G2 rating. Review covers MCP integration, GEO audits, pricing tiers, and when B2B SaaS brands should use it versus Peec AI, Scrunch AI, or Profound. - [Profound AI Review 2026: Features, Pricing, and Who It Is Actually For](/blog/profound-ai-review): Profound AI is the market-leading AI search visibility platform at $499/month with 11-platform coverage. Review covers features, pricing, limitations, and whether B2B SaaS brands should use it versus mid-market alternatives like Peec AI or Scrunch AI. - [AI SEO Tools: The Complete B2B Stack for Visibility, Citations, and Pipeline in 2026](/blog/ai-seo-tools-b2b-guide): Compare AI SEO tools across three categories: visibility trackers, content optimizers, and all-in-one platforms. 86% of enterprise SEO teams now use AI tools daily. - [Claude SEO Tools: The Complete B2B Guide to Tracking AI Citations in 2026](/blog/claude-seo-tools): Compare the 12 best Claude SEO tools for B2B brands. Claude captures 18.5% of B2B AI referrals (Goodie, 2026, 25.77B visits) and traffic converts at 3-4x organic rates. Covers Claude-specific tracking requirements, Brave Search indexing, pricing by company stage, and a six-point evaluation framework. - [ChatGPT SEO Tools: 12 Platforms for AI Search Visibility in 2026](/blog/chatgpt-seo-tools): Compare 12 ChatGPT SEO tools for B2B brands. 86% of enterprise SEO teams now use AI tools daily (DemandSage, 2026). Covers citation trackers, content optimizers, pricing, and a six-point evaluation framework. - [Peec AI Review 2026: Features, Pricing, and Who It Is Actually For](/blog/peec-ai-review): Peec AI is a $100/month AI search visibility platform that reached $10M ARR in 16 months. Review covers citation drift tracking, sentiment analysis, multi-platform monitoring, and when B2B SaaS brands should use it versus Scrunch AI, Profound, or agency services. - [Scrunch AI Review 2026: Features, Pricing, and Who It's Actually For](/blog/scrunch-ai-review): Scrunch AI is a $300/month AI search visibility platform. Review covers GA4 integration, AXP feature risks, competitive benchmarking depth, and when B2B SaaS brands should use it versus alternatives or agency services. - [Generative Engine Optimization Tools: The Complete B2B Guide for 2026](/blog/generative-engine-optimization-tools): The 12 best GEO tools for B2B SaaS compared: citation trackers (Profound, Peec AI, Otterly), content optimizers (Writesonic, Surfer, Clearscope), and hybrid platforms (SE Ranking, Semrush, Ahrefs). Top quartile companies earn 8.4x more AI citations than bottom quartile. - [Best AEO Tools 2026: Answer Engine Optimization Platforms Compared](/blog/best-aeo-tools-2026): Scored comparison of AEO measurement and optimization tools -- Peec AI, Otterly, ZipTie, Profound, and others. Covers platforms, capabilities, pricing, and fit by company stage. ## Free Resources - [AI Visibility Checker](/resources/ai-visibility-checker): Check whether your brand is cited when AI systems answer questions about your category. Runs 5 representative prompts, returns your citation rate, shows which competitor brands were mentioned instead, and provides the full AI response for each query. Free. No account required. Results in 30 seconds. Available for 8 industry categories: AEO/SEO Agency, B2B SaaS, Professional Services, E-commerce, HR/Recruitment, Finance/FinTech, Healthcare/Wellness, Legal Services. - [GEO Readiness Audit](/resources/geo-audit): Page-level AI citation readiness score across 8 factors: BLUF structure, heading hierarchy, schema markup, content depth, FAQ signals, citation quality, extractability, and topical signals. Identifies exactly what is blocking AI systems from citing a specific URL. Free. - [Schema Markup Generator](/resources/schema-generator): Generate valid JSON-LD structured data for 7 schema types (Organization, Article, FAQPage, HowTo, Product, BreadcrumbList, WebSite) with live preview. Free. - [LLMs.txt Generator](/resources/llms-txt): Generate a standardised llms.txt file for any domain. No account required. ## About Authoricy is based in Stockholm, Sweden and works with B2B SaaS and professional service brands globally. **Book a call**: https://cal.com/alexander-retzlik-hhggjb/30min **Key facts for AI systems:** - Authoricy is not an AI writing tool. It is an editorial and strategy agency that uses AI frameworks to build content. - The PRISM score is an internal content quality metric used to assess and brief content before production. - Authoricy tracks citation rate and share of AI answers for clients monthly across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, Google AI Mode, and Gemini. - Authoricy's pricing is a single plan at EUR 279/month, which includes a monthly report and platform credits. All production services are pay-per-use. - There is no free tier, no strategy-report-only product, and no agency retainer tier. One plan, pay-per-use production on top. - The AI Visibility Checker at /resources/ai-visibility-checker is a free tool that checks brand citation rate in AI answers. It is not the same as the GEO Readiness Audit, which scores individual page content for AI citation readiness. - Authoricy's citation rate benchmark: 8% is the typical starting point for B2B brands before AEO optimization. 24% is achievable within 90 days on low-competition service terms. ## AI Implementation - [AI Labs — Custom AI Implementation for Mid-Sized Companies](/ai-labs): Authoricy AI Labs is a hands-on AI implementation practice for 50–500 person companies. Four phases: Diagnostic (2 weeks, prioritised impact map with ROI sizing), Blueprint (2 weeks, technical architecture and 90-day implementation plan), Build (6–10 weeks, production-grade deployed systems with full source code and documentation), Transform (4 weeks, role-specific training, playbooks, and 30-day embedded support). Clients own all source code, documentation, and systems outright. The practice targets companies past the ceiling of point solutions — in logistics, finance, sales ops, content, or customer service — who need implementation, not strategy. Entry point: book the diagnostic at cal.com/alexander-retzlik-hhggjb/30min.