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Google’s AI Overviews (formerly: Search Generative Experience) are the integration of generative AI into Google search results
They not only answer simple information queries, but also help with commercial searches for products or services
Rankings and traffic in search will be actively influenced by AI Overviews

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This is what Google’s new AI Overviews look like

Google’s AI Overviews have been live in the USA since May. They are a significant new feature that provides AI-generated answers to complex search queries directly in the search results. This is done by integrating large language models (LLMs) that can understand, process and generate natural language.

In future, AI Overviews will be placed “above” the organic results. The content consists of three main components: the AI Snapshot, the Conversational Mode and the Vertical Searches.

AI Overviews directly impact rankings and traffic in search

The introduction of AI Overviews is probably the biggest change to Google Search since the Panda Update (2011). By placing them “above” the search results, they push them further “down”. This means:

AI Overviews can map the user journey in a snapshot and offer much more interactivity than a featured snippet
Traditional search results become less visible for users
Impact on top ranking traffic as a top position in Google Search does not guarantee a top position in AI Overviews
AI overviews will have a similar effect to the “featured snippet”: simple (definition) questions are answered directly in the snapshot content (“zero-click answers”)
Easy-to-answer upper-funnel topics will generate less traffic in future

The travel industry as a practical example

Google’s AI Overviews represents significant changes for the travel industry. Traditional search results are complemented by AI-generated snippets that provide comprehensive and detailed information on destinations, hotels and local attractions. These snapshots summarise data from various sources, which significantly improves the user experience and provides detailed insights without additional clicks.

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The introduction of Google AI Overview marks a significant step in the evolution of search engine technology. It offers users a more efficient and detailed way of obtaining information and at the same time presents companies with the challenge of adapting their content and strategies to the new requirements. By implementing suitable measures at an early stage, companies can make the most of the opportunities offered by the AI Overviews and significantly increase their visibility and reach.

Franziska Dau

Senior SEO Manager & AI Overview Expert

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