Emerson designs and sells value-priced housewares and consumer electronics across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Emerson's product catalog features everyday household appliances, including microwave ovens, compact refrigerators, toaster ovens, and clock radios, alongside audio and security electronics. Emerson does not operate its own manufacturing facilities. Emerson sources all products as finished goods from contract manufacturers located in China. Emerson sells these products to large retailers and online marketplaces, including Amazon, Fred Meyer, and Walmart. Emerson utilizes third-party sales representative organizations to reach retail partners. Emerson manages two primary distribution methods: a Domestic Program involving U.S. warehousing and a Direct Import Program where customers take title in China and import the products themselves. Beyond physical product sales, Emerson generates high-margin revenue by licensing its trademarks, such as the Emerson and H.H. Scott brands, to third-party manufacturers. These licensees pay royalties to Emerson to sell branded products in specific regions. Emerson maintains a lean operational structure by outsourcing manufacturing, warehousing, and much of its sales force. The Emerson business model focuses on managing brand value and supply chain logistics rather than direct production or retail operations.