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Costs Associated with Exit and Restructuring Activities - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
3 Months Ended
Apr. 04, 2015
Mar. 29, 2014
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]    
Exit and restructuring charges $ 11,169us-gaap_RestructuringCharges $ 267us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
Zebra Legacy [Member]    
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]    
Exit and restructuring charges 1,500us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
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Enterprise Solutions [Member]    
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]    
Exit and restructuring charges $ 9,700us-gaap_RestructuringCharges
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