Hi EMSA Community,
Tech update: Transforming EMSA data for your use
The Tech team is developing a new feature to transform EMSA data collected in the Monitor app into Excel‑compatible (.XLSX) files.
These export files are designed to be easy to use and familiar, with a layout that looks and feels like a traditional field sheet or data entry form. This will make it simple to copy and paste data into your own systems, support existing workflows, and carry out further analysis in Excel or other tools.
The feature will be available very soon in the staging environment for initial testing. We’ll begin with three of the most important protocols, then progressively expand the export capability to all protocols over the coming months.
We anticipate this will significantly improve how you access and analyse your EMSA data, and we look forward to working with you as we continue to refine this functionality.
Example layout of EMSA data export files
Training Update
We’re excited to meet all those who have registered for the EMSA On-ground Training in Canberra next week for our first training of 2026.
The EMSA training team be heading to Shepparton, Victoria next. The Shepparton training will be held from April 28th to 30th, If you're interested in registering, or for more information, head to the Shepparton training registration page.
The EMSA on-ground training will:
- Demonstrate key field data collection methods and techniques (including Monitor app data entry, equipment use and, data and sample management)
- Build knowledge and understanding of how the EMSA protocols can be used by NRM projects
- Improve understanding of EMSA module dependencies and data workflows
- Provide practical experience selecting and laying out an EMSA plot; and implementing the vegetation modules
- Assist in accessing additional resources and on-ground support.
For more information on training content visit the EMSA Website – On-ground training page.
As always, if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the EMSA helpdesk team!