T3AS 2.0: AI Search for Better Discovery, Relevance and Conversion

AI search is becoming a core part of modern TYPO3 projects, especially as websites continue to grow in size, complexity, and content volume. Users no longer expect just search results, they expect fast, accurate, and meaningful answers.

Traditional search systems often struggle to meet these expectations. They rely heavily on keyword matching, which can lead to irrelevant results, multiple search attempts, and longer user journeys. This creates friction and reduces the overall effectiveness of content discovery.

T3AS 2.0 addresses this shift by moving search beyond simple result delivery toward a more intelligent, intent-driven experience. Instead of focusing only on what users type, it focuses on what they actually mean.

Introduction to AI Search for TYPO3 2.0 (T3AS)

AI search is becoming a key part of modern TYPO3 projects, helping users find information faster and more accurately as websites grow in size and complexity.

Why AI Search Is Becoming Essential in TYPO3 Projects

• Websites are growing in size and content complexity
• Users expect faster and more relevant results
• Traditional search often returns too many or irrelevant results
• Users need multiple attempts to find the right information
• Poor search leads to longer journeys and user frustration

From Keyword Search to Intent-Based Discovery

T3AS 2.0 introduces a shift from static keyword search to dynamic, intent-based discovery:

• Understands natural language queries
• Interprets user intent instead of matching exact keywords
• Provides direct answers, not just lists of links
• Reduces time spent searching for information
• Helps users discover relevant content faster and more efficiently

What’s New in T3AS 2.0

Before 2.0, search mainly returned a list of links based on keywords. With T3AS 2.0, this shifts to an AI-powered system that understands intent and delivers direct answers.

• From Search to AI Answer Engine

• Intent-based answers instead of keyword matching
• Natural language query support
• Direct answers, not just links
• Fewer “no results”, better relevance

• AI Search Experience Layer

• Real-time AI results
• Suggested queries & recent searches
• Interactive search experience

• AI Search Behavior & Intelligence

• Natural language & semantic search
• Dynamic answers: short, detailed, overview
• Chat-style + inline responses

• Search UI System

• Chat, inline, and floating UI options
• Customizable design (colors, layout, position)

• Flexible Integration Modes

• Works with Solr, ke_search, indexed_search
• Also works without search engines

• Expanded Compatibility Layer

• TYPO3 native content support
• Hosted Solr + extended data handling
• Scheduler logging & validation

• “Site Content” AI Engine

• AI layer directly on TYPO3 content
• Independent of search engines

• Structured, Modular Architecture

• Clear separation: UI, AI logic, integrations, backend
• Easier control and scalability

Value & Use Case Layer

T3AS 2.0 focuses on delivering clear, measurable outcomes by improving how users search, discover, and interact with content in TYPO3. Instead of presenting features in isolation, it aligns search capabilities with business goals such as relevance, efficiency, and conversion.

What T3AS 2.0 Helps You Achieve

T3AS 2.0 is designed to deliver measurable outcomes across TYPO3 projects by improving how users discover and interact with content.

• Faster content discovery
• Higher relevance in search results
• Fewer “no results” scenarios
• Better multilingual user experience
• Improved conversion potential
• Actionable insights from search behavior
• Scalable performance for large websites

AI Agent + Search

T3AS 2.0 combines search, chat, and answer generation into a single system. Instead of acting as a traditional search tool, it functions as an AI-driven assistant within TYPO3.

• Search for retrieving relevant content
• Chat for conversational interaction
• Answer engine for direct responses

From Search Challenges to Better Outcomes

Traditional search systems often create friction in user journeys due to irrelevant results and limited context understanding.

Common challenges:

• Irrelevant or broad results
• Long and inefficient user journeys
• Difficulty in finding specific content
• High search abandonment rates

With T3AS 2.0:

• Direct and context-aware answers
• Shorter and more efficient user journeys
• Guided discovery of relevant content
• Reduced user frustration

Workflow Transformation

T3AS 2.0 improves not only the frontend experience but also how teams manage and benefit from search.

• Faster decision-making through better access to information
• Reduced support load with improved self-service
• More effective use of existing content
• Structured and manageable search workflows

Search Interaction & Experience Layer

T3AS 2.0 enhances how users interact with search by making it more dynamic, intuitive, and context-aware. Instead of static result pages, it delivers an experience that adapts to user behavior and expectations.

Interactive Search Features

T3AS 2.0 introduces interactive elements that make search more engaging and efficient.

• Suggested queries for faster input
• Recent searches for continuity
• Predefined Q&A for guided discovery
• AI-generated answers instead of only links

Multilingual & Context-Aware Search

T3AS 2.0 is built to support multilingual TYPO3 environments with consistent and relevant results.

• Multi-language search support
• Context-aware answers across languages
• Suitable for international TYPO3 projects

Data, Training & AI Processing Layer

T3AS 2.0 is built on a structured data and processing layer that ensures search results are accurate, relevant, and continuously improving. It connects content, processing, and AI logic into a unified system.

Data Sources & Content Integration