Our Proprietary Framework

The A.C.I.D. Test

Four dimensions. One score out of 40. Every Digital Asset we build is engineered to score 35+. Most B2B businesses currently score 8–15. Take the free test and find out exactly where you stand.

40
Max Score
35+
Our Client Average
8–15
Industry Average
A.C.I.D Framework — Authority, Control, Intelligence, Demonstration
Why A.C.I.D?

Built for B2B Businesses. Not Generic Brands.

The A.C.I.D. Test is a 40-point scoring framework that measures the four pillars every high-performing Digital Asset must have. It tells you precisely why your website isn't generating the qualified enquiries your business deserves.

Can Google and AI find, trust, and cite your business as the definitive expert in your category? Authority is the foundation of every Digital Asset we build, from Knowledge Panel signals and E-E-A-T markers to founder credentials and NAP consistency across the web.
Do you own your digital channels entirely, or are you renting visibility from a platform that can cut you off overnight? Control measures whether your domain, hosting, data, and lead capture belong fully to you, with zero IndiaMART, JustDial, or Upwork dependency.
Can AI engines parse your data, understand your business, and cite you accurately? Intelligence measures your full JSON-LD schema stack, LLM files, GEO-ready architecture, and technical SEO readiness, the layer that decides if ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity mention you or your competitor.
Is there visible, structured proof of your credibility before a buyer even contacts you? Demonstration measures your case studies with real data, certifications, structured testimonials with schema markup, and buyer-ready trust signals above the fold, the proof layer that converts visitors into enquiries.
The 4 Dimensions

What the A.C.I.D. Test Measures

A
Dimension 01

Authority

Can Google and AI recognise your business as a real, credible entity? Authority is the foundation of every Digital Asset we build.

  • Google Knowledge Panel signals
  • E-E-A-T markers (Experience, Expertise, Authority, Trust)
  • Founder and brand entity setup
  • NAP consistency across the web

Why Authority Comes First

Most B2B websites are invisible because Google doesn't recognise them as real entities. A manufacturer with 30 years of experience, or a CA firm with 200 clients, can score near zero on Authority simply because their digital signals are missing or inconsistent. The A.C.I.D. Test measures this precisely. We build Knowledge Panel signals, E-E-A-T markers, and founder credentials into every Digital Asset so that Google and AI cite your business as the trusted source, before a buyer even visits your site.

Target score: 9–10 out of 10. Every Digital Asset we deliver is engineered to hit this.
C
Dimension 02

Control

Do you own your digital channels completely, or are you dependent on a platform that can raise prices, change algorithms, or remove you overnight?

  • Owned website with zero platform risk
  • Direct lead capture, no middlemen
  • Full CRM and data ownership
  • No IndiaMART, JustDial, or Upwork dependency

Rented Visibility vs Owned Authority

If your primary source of leads is IndiaMART, JustDial, or a legal directory, your score on Control is near zero. Stop paying, and you vanish in 24 hours. That is not an asset; that is a subscription to someone else's audience. The Control dimension measures how much of your digital presence you actually own. A business that scores 10 on Control has a website, content, and rankings that belong entirely to them. Nothing changes if they stop paying us tomorrow.

Target score: 9–10 out of 10. Stop renting. Start owning.
I
Dimension 03

Intelligence

Can machines parse your data? ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity are where tomorrow's buyers search. If your website isn't structured for AI, it's invisible to an entire generation of discovery.

  • Full JSON-LD schema stack on every page
  • LLM files for AI crawling and indexing
  • Structured data: Organisation, LocalBusiness, Product, FAQPage
  • GEO-ready architecture from day one

AI-Readiness Is Not Optional Anymore

A procurement manager in 2025 searches Google. Their colleague asks ChatGPT. Their director asks Perplexity. If your website lacks structured schema, LLM files, and AI-crawlable architecture, you are invisible to two out of three of these searches. The Intelligence dimension measures exactly this: how well can AI engines parse, understand, and cite your business. Most B2B websites score 1–2 out of 10 on Intelligence. Every Digital Asset we build scores 9 or higher from the launch date.

Target score: 9–10 out of 10. GEO-ready from day one.
D
Dimension 04

Demonstration

Is there visible proof of your credibility? A high-value buyer needs to trust you before they pick up the phone. Demonstration is the proof layer that converts visitors into enquiries.

  • Case studies with real data and named results
  • Certifications, accreditations, and credentials
  • Structured testimonials with schema markup
  • Buyer-ready trust signals above the fold

Trust Before the First Call

A senior procurement officer evaluating a new supplier, a business owner looking for a CA firm, or an architect specifying materials, all of them look for proof before they reach out. If your website lacks case studies, certifications, and structured testimonials, you are forcing the buyer to take a leap of faith. The Demonstration dimension measures how much trust your Digital Asset builds before the first contact. It is often the single biggest gap between a website that generates enquiries and one that doesn't.

Target score: 9–10 out of 10. Proof that converts before the call.
Score Out of 40

Where Does Your Business Stand?

Each dimension is scored out of 10. A total of 35+ means your Digital Asset is working hard for you. Here's how most B2B businesses compare.

0–15
Critical

Your digital presence is nearly invisible. Directory dependency is high. Buyers cannot find you without a marketplace. Urgent rebuild required.

Most B2B businesses start here
16–28
Developing

Some foundations are in place but significant gaps in AI-readiness, trust signals, or ownership. You are leaving qualified enquiries on the table every week.

Fixable in 90 days with the right build
29–40
Authority

Your Digital Asset is working. Google and AI trust you. Buyers find you. Enquiries come in without marketplace fees. This is the target every SRS client hits.

Where every SRS client lands
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Proprietary framework

The A.C.I.D. Test.
Score your Digital Asset
out of 40.

Twenty quick questions across four dimensions. You get an instant score, a clear reading of where you stand, and a branded PDF report you can download. Most B2B businesses score between 8 and 15. Find out exactly where you stand.

20 questions
about 4 minutes
instant PDF report
A
Authority
Found, trusted and cited as the expert
C
Control
You own your channels, not a directory
I
Intelligence
AI engines can read and cite you
D
Demonstration
Visible proof before the first call
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  • Authority Audit: E-E-A-T signals, Knowledge Panel, entity setup
  • Control Audit: Platform dependency, ownership gaps, direct lead capture
  • Intelligence Audit: Schema stack, AI-readiness, GEO structure
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