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Geographical Information - Schedule of Revenues Geographic Breakdown (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016
Total revenue | $ 21,274 | $ 22,312
United States [Member] |  |
Total revenue | 20,570 | 21,559
Canada [Member] |  |
Total revenue | $ 704 | $ 753

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