Google Ads in 2026: intent first, automation second
Google still wins wherever buyers type what they want — "SEO agency near me", "website developer for restaurant", "Google Ads management India". The failure mode we see most is sending every keyword to one generic homepage and wondering why CPA is high.
We restructure accounts by buyer intent: informational (often content or negative), comparison (dedicated landing pages), decision (pricing, contact, demo). Match types, negatives, and landing alignment are weekly hygiene — not a one-time setup task.
Performance Max and YouTube layer on once Search foundations and conversion tracking are trustworthy. Smart bidding without offline conversion import is gambling with your CRM's closed-won data sitting unused.