How Google’s GenAI Is Reshaping the Search Game

In this episode, Gartner researchers Jessica Dervyn and Wilson Zhao join to discuss the impact of generative AI on search marketing. The discussion includes how the changes in the search landscape are driving a decrease in brand visibility on Google SERP, challenging brand website traffic from organic search. Consumer search behavior is constantly changing, and Google SGE (Search Generative Experience) further transform how consumers search and receive information. Digital marketing leaders must experiment with Google SGE, monitor top-performing content, and strategically refine onsite content for optimal engagement and differentiation in this evolving GenAI area.

Jessica Dervyn is a researcher in the Digital Performance Benchmarking team. She leverages her digital expertise and experience along with Gartner data to write valuable research for CMOs and digital marketing leaders.

Wilson Zhao is a digital advisor at Gartner for Marketer with coverage in consumer retail (i.e. beauty, luxury, activewear, CPG) in the APAC and U.S. market. He provides data-driven market insight, performance benchmarking, competitive analysis, and growth strategy to C-suite clients at major global consumer brands.