Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) Services
From "Rank on Google" to "Be the Answer"
What is Answer Engine Optimisation?
Answer Engine Optimisation makes your content the best short answer to the questions your customers ask. We structure pages with concise answers, clear headings, entities, and schema so AI Overviews and voice assistants can understand, trust, and cite your expertise.
Search is changing. People no longer type in short keywords — they ask full questions to Google, Siri, Alexa, and ChatGPT. If your business doesn't show up with the right answers, you're invisible.
That's where Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) comes in. AEO makes sure your business becomes the trusted source when customers ask questions in search engines and AI tools.
Why AEO Matters
50%+ of searches are now conversational and question-based.
AI summaries dominate results: Google's AI Overviews, Bing Copilot, and ChatGPT often show one clear answer — not 10 blue links.
Being the answer builds authority: when your brand provides the answer, customers trust you first.
How We Do It at FlowMedia
We go beyond keywords and focus on questions, context, and intent. Our approach:
Research real questions customers are asking.
Structure your content so search engines and AI assistants understand it.
Add schema markup & FAQs so your answers are eligible for AI features and voice devices.
Optimize locally to make sure "near me" and service-based queries point to your business.
Track & refine: We measure visibility across Google AI Overviews, featured snippets, voice devices, and more.
Our AEO Packages
Foundation
For businesses starting with AEO.
- Core FAQ research
- On-page content optimization
- Schema markup setup
Accelerate
For businesses ready to expand reach.
- Foundation package +
- Deeper question research
- Rich FAQ + "People also ask" coverage
- Local & voice search optimization
Dominance
For businesses wanting to own their niche.
- Accelerate package +
- Full content strategy
- Long-tail question mapping
- Ongoing monitoring of AI Overviews & voice search results
Why Choose FlowMedia?
We're not just "SEO people" — we're early movers in AEO for New Zealand businesses.
We know how to position your content so AI tools and voice assistants pick you as the answer.
We tailor strategies to local markets while building authority nationwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO)?
AEO is the practice of structuring content and metadata so your pages become the short, trusted answers selected by AI Overviews, voice assistants, and modern search results.
How is AEO different from SEO?
SEO targets rankings and traffic. AEO focuses on being the concise, factual answer to user questions with answer blocks, FAQs, schema, and entity coverage.
How do I appear in Google's AI Overviews?
Provide short, direct answers high on the page; support with schema (FAQ, HowTo, Service); build authority; and cover related 'People also ask' questions.
Do I need schema for AEO?
Yes. Schema helps search engines interpret your content and increases eligibility for rich and AI driven results.
How long until I see results?
Typically 4 to 12 weeks depending on domain strength, competition, and content velocity.
Will AEO conflict with my current SEO?
No, AEO enhances SEO by clarifying structure, intent, and internal linking.
Can AEO help NZ local businesses?
Absolutely. LocalBusiness schema, NAP consistency, and location content help capture 'near me' and service queries.
What content formats work best for AEO?
Short answer blocks, FAQs, numbered steps, and supporting articles in a topic cluster.
Do I need to change my whole site?
No. We start with your highest value pages and expand over time.
How much does AEO cost?
We offer Foundation, Accelerate, and Dominance tiers. Book a call to pick the right fit.