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CHARGES ASSOCIATED WITH RESTRUCTURING AND OTHER ACTIVITIES - Narrative (Details) $ in Millions | Aug. 20, 2020 USD ($) position | Sep. 30, 2020 USD ($)
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Restructuring and Other Costs |  |
Restructuring and related costs, expected costs |  | $ 13
PCBA Program |  |
Restructuring and Other Costs |  |
Restructuring program, period | 2 years |
Net reduction of current workforce (as a percent) | 3.00% |
Restructuring and related costs, expected costs |  | $ 18
PCBA Program | Minimum |  |
Restructuring and Other Costs |  |
Net reduction in global positions | position | 1,500 |
Closure of freestanding stores (as a percent) | 10.00% |
Restructuring and related costs, expected costs | $ 400 |
PCBA Program | Maximum |  |
Restructuring and Other Costs |  |
Net reduction in global positions | position | 2,000 |
Closure of freestanding stores (as a percent) | 15.00% |
Restructuring and related costs, expected costs | $ 500 |

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