Revenue Recognition - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Revenue From Contract With Customer [Abstract]
Net contract assets (liabilities)	$ 17,316

Change in contract with customer assets liability net current.

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Data Type:	xbrli:monetaryItemType
Balance Type:	debit
Period Type:	duration