The Measure Pod

#86 The evolving challenge of SEO measurement (with Alex Harvey @ ASOS)

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Sep 15, 2023
Alex Harvey, an expert in SEO measurement, joins the podcast to discuss various topics. They delve into the evolution of SEO, the use of generative AI for content, upskilling with data and analytics, SEO ROI, competitor analysis, handling new product categories, biases in AI-generated content, and the future of attribution measurements. The episode provides valuable insights into the challenges and strategies of SEO measurement.
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ADVICE

Coordinate SEO with Product and UX

  • Collaborate with product teams to improve UX since bounce rates may impact SEO ranking.
  • SEO teams focus on driving targeted traffic, leaving conversion optimization primarily to other teams.
ADVICE

Use Science for SEO Forecasting

  • Use extensive historical SEO traffic data to build forecasts with confidence intervals.
  • Present forecast ranges to communicate uncertainty given the volatile SEO environment.
ANECDOTE

SEO Relies on Domain Expertise

  • New categories sometimes defy data expectations, like 'drop crotch trousers' rising due to cultural influence.
  • Retail and merchandising teams provide crucial foresight beyond traditional data for SEO targeting.
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