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Revenue Recognition (Tables)

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2012

Revenue Recognition

Schedule of reimbursable expenses included in revenues

		Quarter Ended						Fiscal Year to Date Period Ended
		June 30, 2012			July 2, 2011			June 30, 2012			July 2, 2011
Reimbursable expenses		$	8,817		$	11,224		$	17,114		$	21,600

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Represents the reimbursable expenses which include travel and other out-of-pocket expenses, outside consultants, and other reimbursable expenses included in costs of services.

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