Credit Losses

6 Months Ended

Jul. 03, 2020

Credit Loss [Abstract]

Credit Losses

CREDIT LOSSES

The allowance for credits losses is a valuation account deducted from accounts receivable to present the net amount expected to be collected. Accounts receivable are charged off against the allowance when management believes the uncollectibility of an accounts receivable balance is confirmed.

Management estimates the adequacy of the allowance by using relevant available information, from internal and external sources, relating to past events, current conditions and forecasts. Historical credit loss experience provides the basis for estimation of expected credit losses and is adjusted as necessary using the relevant information available. The allowance for credit losses is measured on a collective basis when similar risk characteristics exist. The Company has identified one portfolio segment based on the following risk characteristics: geographic regions, product lines, default rates and customer specific factors.

The factors used by management in its credit loss analysis are inherently subject to uncertainty. The extent of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Company's business is highly uncertain and difficult to predict. The Company considered the current and expected future economic and market conditions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, including the impact of delays in payments of outstanding receivable amounts beyond normal payment terms. If actual results are not consistent with management’s estimates and assumptions, the allowance for credit losses may be overstated or understated and a charge or credit to net income (loss) may be required.

The rollforward of the allowance for credit losses is summarized as follows ($ in millions):

Balance at December 31, 2019	$	22.8
Foreign currency translation	(0.7		)
Provision for credit losses	11.6
Write-offs charged against the allowance	(3.1		)
Balance at July 3, 2020	$	30.6