REVENUE RECOGNITION - Summary of Significant Changes in the Balances of Contract Liabilities and Assets (Details) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended
Mar. 31, 2020 USD ($)
Contract Assets
Balance, beginning of period	$ 57,142
Revenue recognized	(4,140)
Increase	8,287
Balance, end of period	61,289
Contract Liabilities
Balance, beginning of period	181,987
Revenue recognized	(55,373)
Increase due to billings	18,613
Balance, end of period	$ 145,227

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