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SaaS Optimization Success

How a project management SaaS doubled AI-generated leads

Company Profile

Industry: Project Management Software

Size: 150+ pages

Location: Europe

Challenge: Missing from AI recommendations

Duration: 9 months

ARR: $2M → $3.5M

The Challenge

When prospects asked AI assistants for project management tools, they weren't mentioned. Competitors dominated AI recommendations despite having inferior products. Initial GEO-Score: 48/100.

The Approach

1. Feature Documentation

Created comprehensive pages for each major feature (800+ words each). Included use cases, screenshots, and integration details.

2. Use Case Content

Built dedicated pages for different industries (agencies, software teams, construction). Showed real-world applications.

3. Comparison Pages

Created honest comparisons vs. top 5 competitors. AI engines cited these when making recommendations.

4. Knowledge Base

Expanded docs with 100+ how-to guides. AI used these to answer user questions about their product.

Results After 9 Months

+200%

Qualified Leads

85

Average GEO-Score

75%

ARR Growth

  • Now cited in 9 out of 10 AI responses for project management software
  • Featured as top recommendation for agencies and creative teams
  • Lead quality improved significantly (better fit, higher close rate)
  • Customer acquisition cost decreased by 40%

Key Learnings

Comprehensive feature pages matter: AI engines need detailed information to make accurate recommendations. Thin feature lists aren't enough.

Use case content builds authority: Industry-specific pages helped AI understand which customers they serve best.

Comparison content is valuable: Honest competitor comparisons got cited frequently by AI engines.

"AI recommendations now drive 40% of our pipeline. This is our fastest-growing acquisition channel."

— Head of Growth

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