General Questions
What is AmplifiedDigital.AI?
AmplifiedDigital.AI is an AI-powered advertising solution by Lee Enterprises designed to enhance marketing strategies and improve campaign performance. It helps businesses leverage AI-driven tools to increase visibility, create high-quality content, and improve audience engagement.
What is the AI Enablement Program?
The AI Enablement Program is the first offering in the AmplifiedDigital.AI suite, helping businesses expand their online reach through AI-powered content creation, distribution, and search engine visibility.
What are the key features of the AI Enablement Program?
- AI Visibility: Enhances content presence on AI-driven search engines.
- Content Creation: Generates two AI-powered sponsored content articles per month.
- Content Distribution: Publishes articles on local Lee Enterprises news sites and AI platforms.
- Content Utilization: Allows users to download and repurpose content for social media, websites, and newsletters.
- Learning Center: Provides up-to-date AI news and insights for small-to-medium businesses.
AI Visibility and Search Optimization
How does AI Visibility work?
AI Visibility ensures your content is indexed by AI-driven search engines like Perplexity and integrates with Lee Enterprises platforms to increase discoverability.
Why is AI search visibility important?
- AI-powered search engines are growing in popularity, handling approximately 30% of all search activity.
- Google’s AI tools like Gemini are changing traditional search rankings, reducing referral traffic for businesses.
- AI search engines prioritize direct answers and conversational engagement, making content more accessible.
How will my business benefit from AI-driven search?
By participating in the program, your business will:
- Appear in AI search results more frequently.
- Gain higher engagement through AI-enhanced content.
- Improve organic reach and authority in your industry.
Content Creation and Distribution
How does AI-generated content work?
- The AI tool creates search-optimized articles based on your website information.
- You receive two articles per month, which can be edited and customized before publishing.
- Articles are distributed through Lee Enterprises websites and AI-driven search engines.
Where will my content be published?
Your content will be published on:
- Lee Enterprises local news websites (Shop Local section).
- AI search engines like Perplexity.
- Other AI-powered platforms as they become available.
Can I use the AI-generated content elsewhere?
Yes! You can download and repurpose your content for:
- Social media posts
- Newsletters
- Website blogs
- Email marketing campaigns
Can I edit AI-generated content before publishing?
Yes! You can customize, localize, and refine articles to match your brand’s tone and messaging.
Will images be included in the AI-generated content?
Currently, the program focuses on text-based content. Image integration will be available in a future upgrade.
Technical Support & Account Management
How do I access my AI Enablement content?
You will receive an email on the second Tuesday of each month with a unique link to your private client portal.
What if my business name is incorrect in the system?
You can update the displayed business name when publishing content by editing the byline.
Can I get help if I’m having trouble?
Yes! While accounts are private, support is available via:
- Tutorial videos (coming soon).
- Live chat support (coming soon).
- Your sales executive (for general questions).
How can I find my published articles?
- Articles will be listed in the Shop Local section of your local Lee Enterprises news website.
- You can search for your headline on the website.
- Articles will also be indexed by AI search engines.
Sales & Marketing Questions
What does this mean for businesses advertising with Lee Enterprises?
Every advertiser will benefit from AI-powered content marketing, ensuring their brand gets more exposure, engagement, and return on investment.
Can I combine this program with other advertising solutions?
Yes! AI Enablement complements Search Boost, social media marketing, and paid content campaigns.
Who qualifies for the AI Enablement Program?
- Local retail clients spending $400 or more per period.
- Small-to-medium businesses looking to enhance digital marketing.
- Excluded categories: Political, CBD, and certain national/key accounts.
AI Ethics & Content Moderation
What if AI-generated content includes inaccurate or inappropriate information?
An AI Proofer scans all content before publication. If flagged, the article will be reviewed before going live.
Can clients edit or remove published content?
Yes, businesses have full control over their content before publishing.
What happens if someone posts offensive content?
Any inappropriate content will be automatically detected and removed.
Future Updates and Enhancements
What additional AI tools are coming soon?
- Smart Sites.AI – AI-enhanced websites.
- Newsring – AI-powered news distribution.
- AmplifiedPodcast.AI – AI-assisted podcast advertising.
- AmplifiedAgent – AI-driven customer service automation.
Will there be more customization to the AI Enablement program?
Yes! Future updates will include:
- Image integration
- Expanded AI search distribution
- More advanced content customization tools