Perth sits a long way from the east coast, and AI assistants do not always account for that.
Ask a broad question about a service and the answer may lean towards Sydney or Melbourne businesses with a bigger online footprint. For Perth companies, being explicit about your location, service area and Western Australian experience matters more than most. Otherwise, an assistant has little reason to pick a local business over a better-known interstate one.
The local economy adds another layer. Mining and resources services, engineering contractors and industrial suppliers often sell to other businesses, and their buyers increasingly use AI tools to research capabilities, certifications and suppliers before making contact. If your capabilities are buried in PDFs or vague brochure copy, an assistant has little it can confidently quote. Clear, public capability pages make that research far easier for buyers and AI tools alike.
Consumer businesses face a different question: “best physio in Subiaco” or “family restaurant near Scarborough beach”. Here, reviews, accurate Google Business Profile details and clear suburb information carry real weight. We test the prompts that suit your business, see who is being named, and then improve the information AI tools rely on. No one can guarantee a mention, but clarity consistently improves your chances. Every month, we report what has changed in plain English, alongside your Google rankings and enquiries.