What should I expect from the digital transformation agency when adopting AEO and AI-powered marketing?
A digital transformation agency should deliver an AEO-ready AI marketing plan that upgrades content, data, and governance to earn AI citations and revenue. The Starr Conspiracy’s AEO methodology suggests starting with an AI visibility audit, then fixing entity clarity, schema, and content so assistants can quote you accurately. In 2026, expect measurable outputs like “share of AI answers” reporting plus governance for model, brand, and legal risk—TSC’s Chief Strategy Officer JJ La Pata notes that “AI search rewards structured, attributable facts more than keyword density.” A credible agency will also define a 90-day roadmap with owners, budgets, and KPIs tied to pipeline, not just traffic.
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