# SideGuy Topic Gaps Report

Generated: 2026-03-04T20:04:00Z

This report compares your current site inventory (generated + longtail + clusters) against a curated top-traffic topic library.

## Summary
- Existing slugs detected: 40
- Topic library size: 39
- Missing topics found: 39
- Total manifest rows: 249

## What to do next
1. Run `scripts/build-generated.py` (add entries from this report to the PAGES list).
2. Commit and deploy.
3. Request indexing in Search Console for key hubs:
   - /pillars/ai-automation.html
   - /pillars/payments.html
   - /pillars/small-business-tech.html
   - /knowledge/sideguy-knowledge-map.html

## Missing topics (ready to build)
- **AI automation ROI calculator guide** `ai-automation-roi` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > How to estimate time saved, payback period, and operational lift.
- **AI automation examples for small business** `ai-automation-examples` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Real operator examples that reduce friction without complexity.
- **AI automation workflows that work** `ai-automation-workflows` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Workflow patterns: intake → routing → summary → action.
- **AI customer service best practices** `ai-customer-service-best-practices` → ai-automation/ai-customer-service
  > What to automate, what to keep human, and how to avoid brand damage.
- **AI customer intake automation** `ai-customer-intake-automation` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Forms, triage, summarization, and routing that prevent missed leads.
- **AI scheduling reminders that reduce no-shows** `ai-scheduling-reminders` → ai-automation/ai-scheduling
  > Reminder flows that reduce no-shows and keep calendars clean.
- **Scheduling intake questions templates** `ai-scheduling-intake-questions` → ai-automation/ai-scheduling
  > Questions that make booking smoother and reduce reschedules.
- **AI email follow-up automation** `ai-email-followup-automation` → ai-automation/ai-marketing-automation
  > Follow-up sequences that keep your voice but save time.
- **AI text replies for business** `ai-text-replies-for-business` → ai-automation/ai-customer-service
  > Template patterns for fast, human-feeling text responses.
- **AI call summaries for operators** `ai-call-summaries` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > How operators use summaries and action items without losing context.
- **AI SOP writer for process documentation** `ai-sop-writer` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > How to turn messy ops into clean SOPs with AI and humans.
- **AI meeting notes for operators** `ai-meeting-notes` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Simple systems to capture decisions and reduce forget-work.
- **AI marketing content calendar** `ai-marketing-content-calendar` → ai-automation/ai-marketing-automation
  > A calm content system that doesn't become a second job.
- **AI review reply system** `ai-review-reply-system` → ai-automation/ai-customer-service
  > Respond to reviews quickly while keeping trust and tone.
- **AI tools for contractors** `ai-tools-for-contractors` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Tool categories that matter: intake, scheduling, quoting, follow-up.
- **AI tools for restaurants** `ai-tools-for-restaurants` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Bookings, reviews, staff comms, and customer messaging.
- **AI tools for medical offices** `ai-tools-for-medical-offices` → ai-automation/ai-workflow-automation
  > Intake, routing, reminders, and documentation basics.
- **Payment processing fees explained** `payment-processing-fees-explained` → payments/payment-fees
  > Plain-English breakdown of fee buckets and what operators control.
- **Interchange fees explained** `interchange-fees-explained` → payments/payment-fees
  > How interchange works and why statements look confusing.
- **Processor markup explained** `processor-markup-explained` → payments/payment-fees
  > What processors add and how to negotiate.
- **How to read a processing statement** `how-to-read-processing-statement` → payments/payment-fees
  > A simple guide to identify where costs hide.
- **How to reduce chargebacks** `reduce-chargebacks` → payments/chargebacks
  > Prevention systems and response templates.
- **Chargeback response template** `chargeback-response-template` → payments/chargebacks
  > A practical template and evidence checklist.
- **Instant settlement explained** `instant-settlement-explained` → payments/instant-settlement
  > Why speed matters and where it helps operators most.
- **Why payouts are delayed** `payout-delays-why` → payments/instant-settlement
  > What causes holds and how to reduce them.
- **Payment fraud basics** `payment-fraud-basics` → payments/payment-security
  > Calm controls: verification, limits, monitoring, and policies.
- **PCI compliance (simple guide)** `pci-compliance-simple` → payments/payment-security
  > What it is, what matters, and how to stay sane.
- **Best payment processor for small business (how to choose)** `best-payment-processor-small-business` → payments/payment-fees
  > A decision framework instead of hype.
- **High-risk payments explained** `high-risk-payments-explained` → payments/payment-security
  > What triggers high risk and how to navigate.
- **Stripe vs Square fees comparison** `stripe-vs-square-fees` → payments/payment-fees
  > How to compare fees and hidden costs.
- **Payment processing contract traps** `payment-processing-contract-traps` → payments/payment-fees
  > Terms that cost operators money: leases, fees, early termination.
- **How to choose a CRM** `how-to-choose-crm` → small-business-tech/software-selection
  > Questions to avoid buying the wrong system.
- **CRM setup checklist** `crm-setup-checklist` → small-business-tech/software-selection
  > A simple checklist for first-week CRM success.
- **Software integration basics** `software-integration-basics` → small-business-tech/software-selection
  > Reduce tool sprawl and keep ops clean.
- **How to build SOPs fast** `how-to-build-sops-fast` → small-business-tech/sops-and-process
  > A quick method: draft, test, refine.
- **Customer intake form templates** `customer-intake-forms` → small-business-tech/customer-ops
  > Intake templates that reduce back-and-forth.
- **Missed call capture system** `missed-call-capture-system` → small-business-tech/customer-ops
  > SMS, voicemail, routing, and follow-up loops.
- **Simple ops dashboard for small business** `simple-ops-dashboard` → small-business-tech/time-saving-systems
  > Track the 5 numbers that matter weekly.
- **Automated invoicing workflow** `automated-invoicing-workflow` → small-business-tech/time-saving-systems
  > Invoice automation without losing accuracy.

## Priority recommendations
Top gaps by expected search volume (based on topic library structure):
  1. `ai-call-summaries` — AI call summaries for operators
  1. `ai-review-reply-system` — AI review reply system
  1. `ai-tools-for-contractors` — AI tools for contractors
  1. `ai-tools-for-restaurants` — AI tools for restaurants
  1. `ai-tools-for-medical-offices` — AI tools for medical offices
  1. `payment-processing-fees-explained` — Payment processing fees explained
  1. `interchange-fees-explained` — Interchange fees explained
  1. `payment-fraud-basics` — Payment fraud basics