Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table]
Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Axis]
Geographical [Domain]
Geographical [Domain]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Domain]
Electricity Operating Segment [Member]
Electricity Operating Segment [Member]
Electricity Operating Segment
Gas Operating Segment [Member]
Gas Operating Segment [Member]
Gas Operating Segment [Member]
Water Operating Segment [Member]
Water Operating Segment [Member]
Corporate Unallocated [Member]
Corporate, Non-Segment [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues
Revenue, Net
Gross profit
Gross Profit
Operating Income (Loss)
Operating Income (Loss)
Total other income (expense)
Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Income Before Income Taxes
Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations before Equity Method Investments, Income Taxes, Extraordinary Items, Noncontrolling Interest
Accounts Receivable, Net [Abstract]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Table]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Axis]
Receivable Type [Axis]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Domain]
Receivable [Domain]
Accounts Receivable, Net (Line Items]
Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Line Items]
Allowance
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Current
Equity [Abstract]
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred Stock, Shares Authorized
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Preferred Stock, Shares Issued
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Preferred Stock, Shares Outstanding
Preferred Stock, No Par Value
Preferred Stock, No Par Value
Restructuring and Related Activities [Abstract]
Restructuring Project [Table]
Restructuring Project [Table]
Restructuring Project [Table]
Restructuring Plan [Axis]
Restructuring Plan [Axis]
Restructuring Plan [Domain]
Restructuring Plan [Domain]
2014 Project [Member]
2014 Project [Member]
2014 Project [Member]
Restructuring Project [Line Items]
Restructuring Project [Line Items]
[Line Items] for Restructuring Project [Table]
Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]
Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Statement [Table]
Statement [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Statement [Line Items]
Statement [Line Items]
IBNR Accrual
Liability for Claims and Claims Adjustment Expense
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Scenario [Axis]
Scenario, Unspecified [Domain]
Net income (loss)
Net Income (Loss), Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments, designated as cash flow hedges
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives Arising During Period, Net of Tax
Net hedging loss (gain) reclassified into net income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax
Pension plan benefit liability adjustment
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests, net of tax:
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to noncontrolling interests, net of tax
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Itron, Inc.
Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Attributable to Parent
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table]
Plan Name [Axis]
Plan Name [Axis]
Plan Name [Domain]
Plan Name [Domain]
Stock Incentive Plan [Member]
Stock Incentive Plan [Member]
2010 Stock Incentive Plan, which consists of stock options, restricted stock units, and unrestricted stock awards.
Award Type [Axis]
Award Type [Axis]
Equity Award [Domain]
Employee Stock Option [Member]
Long Term Performance Restricted Stock Award [Member]
Restricted stock awards related to the Long Term Performance Plan (LTPP), which may only become eligible for vesting based upon satisfaction of certain performance condition(s), market condition(s), and/or required service periods.
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]
Employee Stock [Member]
[Line Items]
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Authorized
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Description
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Description
Reduction in stock options available for issue
Authorized share reserve reduction in stock options or share appreciation rights available for issue, conversion ratio
The Stock Incentive Plan shares are subject to a fungible share provision such that, with respect to grants made after December 31, 2009, the authorized share reserve is reduced by (i) one share for every one share subject to a stock option or share appreciation right granted under the Plan.
Authorized share reserve reduction in awards other than stock options or share appreciation rights available for issue, conversion ratio
Authorized share reserve reduction in awards other than stock options or share appreciation rights available for issue, conversion ratio
The Stock Incentive Plan shares are subject to a fungible share provide such that, with respect to grants made after December 31, 2009, the authorized share reserve is reduced by (ii) 1.7 shares for every one share of common stock that was subject to an award other than an option or stock appreciation right.
Award vesting rights
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Rights
Stock options expiration period (years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Expiration Period
Unrecognized compensation expense
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized
Unrecognized compensation expense, Expected weighted average period for recognition (years)
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition
Award vesting period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period
Performance Condition Vesting Range, Lower Range Limit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Performance Condition Vesting Range, Lower Range Limit
For awards with a performance condition that results in a variable percentage of shares being earned, relative to the number of awards originally granted, the lower range limit of the variable percentage range.
Performance Condition Vesting Range, Upper Range Limit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Performance Condition Vesting Range, Upper Range Limit
For awards with a performance condition that results in a variable percentage of shares being earned, relative to the number of awards originally granted, the upper range limit of the variable percentage range.
Market Condition Multiplier, Lower Range Limit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Market Condition Multiplier, Lower Range Limit
For a multiplier payout feature, which provides for the multiplication of shares earned by a percentage factor as the result of achievement against a market condition, the lower range limit of the multiplier, in percentage terms.
Market Condition Multiplier, Upper Range Limit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Market Condition Multiplier, Upper Range Limit
For a multiplier payout feature, which provides for the multiplication of shares earned by a percentage factor as the result of achievement against a market condition, the upper range limit of the multiplier, in percentage terms.
Possible Total Percentage of Shares Vested, Lower Range Limit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Possible Total Percentage of Shares Vested, Lower Range Limit
For awards whereby a variable percentage of shares will ultimately vest, relative to the number of awards originally granted, based upon the combination of multiple performance or market conditions, the lower range limit of the total variable percentage range.
Possible Total Percentage of Shares Vested, Upper Range Limit
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Possible Total Percentage of Shares Vested, Upper Range Limit
For awards whereby a variable percentage of shares will ultimately vest, relative to the number of awards originally granted, based upon the combination of multiple performance or market conditions, the upper range limit of the total variable percentage range.
ESPP, maximum percentage of employee salary eligible for participation
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Maximum Employee Subscription Rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Discount from Market Price, Purchase Date
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross
Derivative Instrument Detail [Abstract]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Fair Values Derivatives, Balance Sheet Location, by Derivative Contract Type [Table]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Axis]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Hedging Designation [Domain]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Not Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Axis]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Balance Sheet Location [Domain]
Other Current Assets [Member]
Other Current Assets [Member]
Other Noncurrent Assets [Member]
Other Noncurrent Assets [Member]
Other Current Liabilities [Member]
Other Long Term Obligations [Member]
Other Long Term Obligations [Member]
Other Long Term Obligations [Member]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Derivatives, Fair Value [Line Items]
Asset Derivatives [Abstract]
Derivative Asset [Abstract]
Interest Rate Derivative Assets, at Fair Value
Interest Rate Derivative Assets, at Fair Value
Foreign exchange forward contracts
Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Asset at Fair Value
Gross Amounts of Recognized Assets Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Gross Asset
Liability Derivatives [Abstract]
Derivative Liability [Abstract]
Interest rate swap contracts
Interest Rate Derivative Liabilities, at Fair Value
Foreign exchange forward contracts
Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Liability at Fair Value
Total liability derivatives
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Gross Liability
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes [Text Block]
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Axis]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event Type [Domain]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Member]
Award Date [Axis]
Award Date [Axis]
Award Date [Domain]
Award Date [Domain]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Axis]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Class of Stock [Domain]
Range [Axis]
Range [Axis]
Range [Domain]
Range [Domain]
Vesting [Axis]
Vesting [Axis]
Vesting [Domain]
Vesting [Domain]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
Schedule of Restructuring and Related Costs [Table]
2013 Project [Member]
2013 Project [Member]
2013 Project [Member]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Hierarchy [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurements, Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value Hierarchy [Domain]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
Statement, Geographical [Axis]
Segment, Geographical [Domain]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Axis]
Restructuring Type [Axis]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Type of Restructuring [Domain]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]
Restructuring - Percent of Positions Expected to be Eliminated
Restructuring - Percent of Positions Expected to be Eliminated
Restructuring - Percent of Positions Expected to be Eliminated as Compared to Total Emmployees
Change in Total Expected Restructuring Costs
Change in Total Expected Restructuring Costs
The total dollar increase (decrease) in the expected total restructuring costs during the current period.
Restructuring Reserve, Current
Restructuring Reserve, Current
Restructuring Reserve, Noncurrent
Restructuring Reserve, Noncurrent
Restructuring Charges
Water Operating Segment [Member]
Employee severance costs
Employee Severance [Member]
Asset Impairment and Net (Gain) Loss on Sale or Disposal [Member]
Asset Impairment and Net (Gain) Loss on Sale or Disposal [Member]
Asset Impairment and Net (Gain) Loss on Sale or Disposal [Member]
Other restructuring costs
Other Restructuring [Member]
Total expected costs at period end
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost
Restructuring and Related Cost, Cost Incurred to Date
Restructuring and Related Cost, Cost Incurred to Date
Costs recognized during the period ended
Remaining Costs to be Recognized at Period End
Restructuring and Related Cost, Expected Cost Remaining
Inventory, Net [Abstract]
Inventories [Table]
Inventory, Current [Table]
Inventory [Axis]
Inventory [Axis]
Inventories [Domain]
Inventory [Domain]
Inventories [Line Items]
Inventory [Line Items]
Materials
Inventory, Raw Materials, Net of Reserves
Work in process
Inventory, Work in Process, Net of Reserves
Finished goods
Inventory, Finished Goods, Net of Reserves
Total inventories
Inventory, Net
Line of Credit Facility [Table]
Line of Credit Facility [Table]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Axis]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Axis]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Domain]
Guarantor Obligations, Nature [Domain]
Surety Bond [Member]
Surety Bond [Member]
Loss Contingencies by Nature of Contingency [Axis]
Loss Contingency Nature [Axis]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Loss Contingency, Nature [Domain]
Credit Facility [Member]
Credit Facility [Member]
Credit Facility dated in August 2011, consisting of a $300 million U.S. dollar term loan and a multicurrency revolving line of credit with a principal amount of up to $660 million.
Unsecured Multicurrency Revolving Lines of Credit [Member]
Unsecured Multicurrency Revolving Lines of Credit [Member]
Unsecured multicurrency revolving lines of credit with various financial institutions.[Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Multicurrency revolving line of credit
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity
Long-term Line of Credit
Standby LOCs issued and outstanding
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Short-term borrowings(2)
Short-term Debt
Line of Credit Facility, Remaining Borrowing Capacity
Unsecured surety bonds in force
Guarantor Obligations, Current Carrying Value
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Abstract]
Total Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table Text Block]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Warranty Accruals [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Product Warranty Liability [Table Text Block]
Warranty Expense [Table Text Block]
Warranty Expense [Table Text Block]
Warranty Expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Changes to Unearned Revenue for Extended Warranty [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Changes to Unearned Revenue for Extended Warranty [Table Text Block]
Health Benefit Plan Costs and Incurred But Not Reported Accrual Balance [Table Text Block]
Health Benefit Plan Costs and Incurred But Not Reported Accrual Balance [Table Text Block]
Health Benefit Plan Costs and Incurred But Not Reported Accrual Balance [Table Text Block]
Long Term Performance Restricted Stock Award [Member]
Dividend yield
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Dividend Rate
Expected volatility
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Volatility Rate
Risk-free interest rate
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Risk Free Interest Rate
Expected term (years)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Fair Value Assumptions, Expected Term
Weighted-average fair value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share [Table]
Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share [Table]
Net income (loss) available to common shareholders
Net Income (Loss) Attributable to Parent
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Basic
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Basic
Dilutive effect of stock-based awards
Incremental Common Shares Attributable to Dilutive Effect of Share-based Payment Arrangements
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Diluted
Weighted Average Number of Shares Outstanding, Diluted
Earnings (loss) per common share - Basic
Earnings Per Share, Basic
Earnings (loss) per common share - Diluted
Earnings Per Share, Diluted
Expected to Vest [Member]
Expected to Vest [Member]
Shares not vested, but expected to vest.
Employee Stock Option [Member]
[Line Items]
Outstanding, beginning balance, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Number
Outstanding, beginning balance, Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Outstanding, beginning balance, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Outstanding, beginning balance, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Outstanding, Intrinsic Value
Options granted, number
Granted, Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Granted, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Exercised, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period
Exercised, Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Exercised, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Forfeitures in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Expired, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Expirations in Period
Expired, Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Expirations in Period, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Outstanding, ending balance, Number
Outstanding, ending balance, Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Outstanding, ending balance, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Outstanding, ending balance, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Exercisable, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Number
Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price Per Share
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Exercise Price
Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Weighted Average Remaining Contractual Term
Exercisable, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercisable, Intrinsic Value
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis, Valuation Techniques [Table]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring, Valuation Techniques [Table]
Measurement Frequency [Axis]
Fair Value, Measurement Frequency [Domain]
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis, Valuation Techniques [Line Items]
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring, Valuation Techniques [Line Items]
Tax Period [Axis]
Tax Period [Axis]
Tax Period [Domain]
Tax Period [Domain]
Tax Years 2010 and 2011 [Member]
Tax Years 2010 and 2011 [Member]
Tax Years 2010 and 2011
Tax Years 2008 and 2009 [Member]
Tax Years 2008 and 2009 [Member]
Tax Years 2008 and 2009 [Member]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Axis]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Axis]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Domain]
Income Tax Authority, Name [Domain]
Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry, France [Member]
Ministry of the Economy, Finance and Industry, France [Member]
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance, Italy [Member]
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance, Italy [Member]
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent
Income Tax Reconciliation, Tax Credits, Research
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, Tax Credit, Research, Amount
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Increase Resulting from Current Period Tax Positions
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reduction Resulting from Lapse of Applicable Statute of Limitations
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Reduction Resulting from Lapse of Applicable Statute of Limitations
Summary of the Warranty Accrual Account Activity [Table]
Summary of the Warranty Accrual Account Activity [Table]
Summary of the Warranty Accrual Account Activity [Table]
Warranty Activity [Line Items]
WarrantiesActivity [Line Items]
WarrantiesActivity [Line Items]
Beginning balance
Product Warranty Accrual
New product warranties
Standard Product Warranty Accrual, Warranties Issued
Other changes/adjustments to warranties
Product Warranty Accrual, Preexisting, Increase (Decrease)
Claims activity
Product Warranty Accrual, Payments
Effect of change in exchange rates
Product Warranty Accrual, Currency Translation, Increase (Decrease)
Ending balance
Less: current portion of warranty
Product Warranty Accrual, Current
Long-term warranty
Product Warranty Accrual, Noncurrent
Schedule of Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Type and Plan Name [Axis]
Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award, Award Type and Plan Name [Domain]
Shares of stock sold to employees(1)
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Employee Stock Purchase Plans
Weighted average fair value per ESPP award(2)
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Table]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Subsequent Event [Text Block]
Subsequent Events [Text Block]
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income (Loss) to Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities [Abstract]
Depreciation and amortization
Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization
Stock-based compensation
Share-based Compensation
Amortization of prepaid debt fees
Amortization of Financing Costs
Deferred taxes, net
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Income Taxes
Goodwill impairment
Goodwill, Impairment Loss
Restructuring expense, non-cash
Restructuring Costs
Other adjustments, net
Other Noncash Income (Expense)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Increase (Decrease) in Operating Capital [Abstract]
Accounts receivable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Receivable
Inventories
Increase (Decrease) in Inventories
Other current assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Current Assets
Other long-term assets
Increase (Decrease) in Other Noncurrent Assets
Accounts payable, other current liabilities, and taxes payable
Increase (Decrease) in Accounts Payable and Accrued Liabilities
Wages and benefits payable
Increase (Decrease) in Employee Related Liabilities
Unearned revenue
Increase (Decrease) in Deferred Revenue
Warranty
Warranty
Total increases (decreases) in estimated warranty claims based on historical and projected product performance trends and costs.
Other operating, net
Increase (Decrease) in Other Operating Assets and Liabilities, Net
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities, Continuing Operations
Investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities [Abstract]
Acquisitions of property, plant, and equipment
Payments to Acquire Property, Plant, and Equipment
Business acquisitions, net of cash and cash equivalents acquired
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired
Other investing, net
Payments for (Proceeds from) Other Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities, Continuing Operations
Financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities [Abstract]
Proceeds from borrowings
Proceeds from Long-term Lines of Credit
Payments on debt
Repayments of Long-term Debt
Issuance of common stock
Proceeds from Issuance of Common Stock
Repurchase of common stock
Payments for Repurchase of Common Stock
Prepaid debt fees
Payments of Debt Issuance Costs
Other financing, net
Proceeds from (Payments for) Other Financing Activities
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
Net Cash Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities, Continuing Operations
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
Effect of Exchange Rate on Cash and Cash Equivalents
Increase in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Period Increase (Decrease)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
Cash and Cash Equivalents, at Carrying Value
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
Non-cash transactions:
Cash Flow, Noncash Investing and Financing Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
Property, plant, and equipment purchased but not yet paid
Noncash or Part Noncash Acquisition, Fixed Assets Acquired
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Supplemental Cash Flow Information [Abstract]
Income taxes, net
Income Taxes Paid, Net
Interest, net of amounts capitalized
Interest Paid, Net
Unamortized prepaid debt fees [Abstract]
Unamortized prepaid debt fees [Abstract]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Schedule of Long-term Debt Instruments [Table]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Axis]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Long-term Debt, Type [Domain]
Secured Debt [Member]
Secured Debt [Member]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Debt Instrument [Line Items]
Unamortized prepaid debt fees
Deferred Finance Costs, Noncurrent, Net
Share-based Compensation, Allocation and Classification in Financial Statements [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation [Text Block]
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Text Block]
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet [Abstract]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Table]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Axis]
Defined Benefit Plans and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans [Axis]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Domain]
Defined Benefit Plan and Other Postretirement Benefit Plan [Domain]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Plan assets in other long-term assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Assets for Plan Benefits, Noncurrent
Current portion of pension plan liability in wages and benefits payable
Defined Benefit Pension Plan Liabilities, Current
Long-term portion of pension plan liability
Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Liabilities, Noncurrent
Net pension plan benefit liability
Defined Benefit Plan, Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet
Commitments and Contingencies [Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]
Intangible Assets [Abstract]
The line item is inclusive of finite-lived and indefinite-lived intangible assets.
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Schedule of Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Asset by Major Class [Table]
Adjustments for Error Corrections [Axis]
Adjustments for Error Corrections [Axis]
Adjustments for Error Correction [Domain]
Adjustments for Error Correction [Domain]
Adjustment of Intangible Customer Relationship Asset Acquired [Member]
Adjustment of Intangible Customer Relationship Asset Acquired [Member]
Adjustment of Intangible Customer Relationship Asset Acquired [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Customer Relationship Associated with Error Adjustment - Balance Subsequent to Correction of Error [Member]
Customer Relationship Associated with Error Adjustment - Balance Subsequent to Correction of Error [Member]
Customer Relationship Associated with Error Adjustment - Balance Subsequent to Correction of Error [Member]
Core Developed Technology [Member]
Developed Technology Rights [Member]
Customer contracts and relationships [Member]
Customer Relationships [Member]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Acquired Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net [Abstract]
Schedule of Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Machinery and equipment
Machinery and Equipment, Gross(1)
Amount before accumulated depreciation of tangible personal property used to produce goods and services, including, but is not limited to, tools, dies and molds, and other machinery and equipment used in the production of goods and services.
Computers and software
Computers and Software, Gross
Amount before depreciation of computers and software.
Buildings, furniture, and improvements
Buildings, furniture, and improvements
Amount before depreciation of building, furniture, and improvements.
Land
Land
Construction in progress, including purchased equipment
Construction in Progress, Gross
Total cost
Property, Plant and Equipment, Gross
Accumulated depreciation
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment
Property, plant, and equipment, net
Property, Plant and Equipment, Net
Stockholders' Equity Note [Abstract]
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Stockholders' Equity Note Disclosure [Text Block]
Customer [Axis]
Customer [Axis]
Customer [Domain]
Customer [Domain]
OpenWay project in North America [Member]
OpenWay project in North America [Member]
OpenWay project in North America [Member]
Change in Accounting Estimate by Type [Axis]
Change in Accounting Estimate by Type [Axis]
Change in Accounting Estimate, Type [Domain]
Change in Accounting Estimate, Type [Domain]
Contracts Accounted for under Percentage of Completion [Member]
Contracts Accounted for under Percentage of Completion [Member]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Axis]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Consolidation Items [Domain]
Segments [Axis]
Segments [Domain]
Repayments of Long-term Debt [Abstract]
Term loan
USD Denominated Term Loan [Member]
USD Denominated Term Loan [Member]
Multicurrency revolving line of credit
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
General Discussion of Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities [Abstract]
Derivative Financial Instruments [Text Block]
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
ASSETS
Assets [Abstract]
Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
Receivables, Net, Current
Inventories
Deferred tax assets current, net
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Current
Other current assets
Other Assets, Current
Total current assets
Assets, Current
Property, plant, and equipment, net
Deferred tax assets noncurrent, net
Deferred Tax Assets, Net of Valuation Allowance, Noncurrent
Other long-term assets
Other Assets, Noncurrent
Intangible assets, net
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill)
Goodwill
Goodwill
Total assets
Assets
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Liabilities and Equity [Abstract]
Accounts payable
Accounts Payable, Current
Other current liabilities
Other Liabilities, Current
Wages and benefits payable
Employee-related Liabilities, Current
Taxes payable
Taxes Payable, Current
Current portion of debt
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities
Current portion of warranty
Standard Product Warranty Accrual, Current
Unearned revenue
Deferred Revenue, Current
Total current liabilities
Liabilities, Current
Long-term debt
Long-term Debt, Excluding Current Maturities
Long-term warranty
Standard Product Warranty Accrual, Noncurrent
Pension plan benefit liability
Deferred tax liabilities noncurrent, net
Deferred Tax Liabilities, Net, Noncurrent
Other long-term obligations
Other Liabilities, Noncurrent
Total liabilities
Liabilities
Commitments and contingencies
Commitments and Contingencies
Equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent [Abstract]
Preferred stock
Preferred Stock, Value, Issued
Common stock
Common Stock, Value, Issued
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax
Accumulated deficit
Retained Earnings (Accumulated Deficit)
Total Itron, Inc. shareholders' equity
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Parent
Noncontrolling interests
Stockholders' Equity Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total equity
Stockholders' Equity, Including Portion Attributable to Noncontrolling Interest
Total liabilities and equity
Liabilities and Equity
Assets, Fair Value Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale [Table]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale [Line Items]
Assets Held-for-sale, Long Lived
Disposal Group, Including Discontinued Operation, Long Lived Assets
Property, Plant, and Equipment Policy Additional Information [Abstract]
Property, Plant, and Equipment Policy Additional Information [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table]
Minimum [Member]
Maximum [Member]
Building and Building Improvements [Member]
Machinery and Equipment, Computers and Software, and Furniture [Member]
Machinery and Equipment, Computers and Software, and Furniture [Member]
Machinery and equipment, computers and software, and furniture [Member]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale by Asset Type [Axis]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale by Asset Type [Axis]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale, Name [Domain]
Long Lived Assets Held-for-sale, Name [Domain]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Useful Life
Schedule of Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Schedule of Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Schedule of Intangible Assets by Major Class [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]
Summary of Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table Text Block]
SummaryOfIntangibleAssetAccountActivity [Table Text Block]
Summary schedule of intangible asset activity for the period (Table Text Block).
Schedule of Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]
Component of Other Labor-related Expenses [Axis]
Components of Other Labor-related Expenses [Domain]
Health Plan Benefit Costs [Member]
Health Plan Benefit Costs [Member]
Health Plan Benefit Costs [Member]
Plan costs
Other Labor-related Expenses
Consigned Inventory [Abstract]
Consigned Inventory [Abstract]
Consigned Inventory [Table]
Consigned Inventory [Table]
Consigned Inventory is inventory held at third-party locations, however, title is maintained by the company. [Table]
Consigned Inventory [Axis]
Consigned Inventory [Axis]
Consigned Inventory [Domain]
Consigned Inventory [Domain]
Consigned Inventory [Domain]
Consigned inventory [Line Items]
Consigned inventory [Line Items]
Other Inventory, Materials, Supplies and Merchandise under Consignment, Gross
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Debt [Text Block]
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table]
Antidilutive Securities [Axis]
Antidilutive Securities, Name [Domain]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]
Stock-based awards excluded from diluted EPS calculation (antidilutive)
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share, Amount
Income Tax Contingency [Table]
Income Tax Contingency [Table]
Minimum [Member]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Axis]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Authority [Domain]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Income Tax Contingency [Line Items]
Income Tax Examination Likelihood Of Favorable Settlement Minimum For Recognition
Income Tax Examination Likelihood Of Favorable Settlement Minimum For Recognition
Vested and Released [Member]
Vested and Released [Member]
Vested and Released [Member]
Vested but Not Released [Member]
Vested but Not Released [Member]
Vested but not released due to contractual agreement or statutory requirement.
Outstanding, beginning balance, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Nonvested, Number
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period
Released, Number
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Net of Forfeitures
Released, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Vested
Forfeited, Number
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Restricted Stock Award, Forfeited
Outstanding, ending balance, Number
Expected to vest, Aggregate Intrinsic Value
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Aggregate Intrinsic Value, Nonvested
Unrestricted Stock Award [Member]
Unrestricted stock awards issued to the Board of Directors as part of their compensation.
Shares of unrestricted stock granted
Weighted average grant date fair value per share
Restructuring expense
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Components [Axis]
Equity Component [Domain]
Equity Component [Domain]
Parent [Member]
Parent [Member]
Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Translation Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivative Instruments [Member]
Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Designated or Qualifying Cash Flow Hedges [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Nonderivative Instruments [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Nonderivative Instruments [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Net Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Nonderivative Instruments used as a hedge [Member]
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Defined Benefit Plans Adjustment [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, Beginning of Period
OCI before reclassifications
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Reclassifications, Net of Tax
Amounts reclassified from AOCI
Reclassification from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income, Current Period, Net of Tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Net of Tax
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, Net of Tax
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax, End of Period
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Abstract]
Fair Values of Financial Instruments [Text Block]
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]
Goodwill Excluding Non Goodwill Intangibles [Abstract]
Goodwill, excluding non-goodwill intangible assets [Abstract]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Line Items]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill [Roll Forward]
Goodwill before impairment, at beginning of period
Goodwill, Gross
Accumulated impairment losses, at beginning of period
Goodwill, Impaired, Accumulated Impairment Loss
Goodwill, net, at beginning of period
Goodwill impairment
Effect of change in exchange rates
Goodwill, Translation Adjustments
Goodwill before impairment, at end of period
Accumulated impairment losses, at end of period
Goodwill, net, at end of period
Defined Benefit Pension Plans and Defined Benefit Postretirement Plans Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Net Periodic Pension Benefit Costs [Table]
Schedule of Net Periodic Pension Benefit Costs [Axis]
Schedule of Net Periodic Pension Benefit Costs [Domain]
Schedule of Net Periodic Pension Benefit Costs [Line Items]
Service cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Service Cost
Interest cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Interest Cost
Expected return on plan assets
Defined Benefit Plan, Expected Return on Plan Assets
Settlements and other
Defined Benefit Plan, Settlement and Other Benefit Costs
Defined benefit plan, settlement and other benefit costs (recoveries of costs)
Amortization of actuarial net loss
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Gains (Losses)
Amortization of unrecognized prior service costs
Defined Benefit Plan, Amortization of Prior Service Cost (Credit)
Net periodic benefit cost
Defined Benefit Plan, Net Periodic Benefit Cost
Computation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Restructuring, Impairment, and Other Activities Disclosure [Text Block]
Accrued Employee Severance [Member]
Other Accrued Costs [Member]
Beginning balance, January 1, 2015
Restructuring Reserve
Costs incurred and charged to expense
Cash payments
Payments for Restructuring
Non-cash items
Restructuring Costs and Asset Impairment Charges
Effect of change in exchange rates
Restructuring Reserve, Translation Adjustment
Ending balance, March 31, 2015
Deferred Revenue [Abstract]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement, by Type [Table]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement Type [Axis]
Deferred Revenue [Domain]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement [Line Items]
Deferred Revenue
Deferred Costs
Deferred Costs
Schedule of Debt [Table]
USD Denominated Term Loan
Multicurrency revolving line of credit
USD denominated term loan
Loans Payable to Bank
Multicurrency revolving line of credit
Total debt
Long-term Debt
General Discussion of Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits [Abstract]
Defined Benefit Pension Plans [Text Block]
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]
Share Repurchase Plan [Abstract]
Share Repurchase Plan [Abstract]
Scenario [Axis]
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Value
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Value
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Shares
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Shares
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Authorized Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount
Stock Repurchase Program, Remaining Authorized Repurchase Amount
Derivative Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Derivative Financial Instruments [Abstract]
Effect of Foreign Exchange Option and Forward Derivatives in the Income Statement (Table)
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) by Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement Location [Axis]
Income Statement and Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) Location [Domain]
Income Statement Location [Domain]
Other Income (Expense) [Member]
Other Income (Expense) [Member]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Line Items]
Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments [Abstract]
Foreign exchange forward contracts
Gain (Loss) on Foreign Currency Derivative Instruments Not Designated as Hedging Instruments
Ownership Interest Percentage [Abstract]
Ownership Interest Percentage [Abstract]
Basis of Consolidation [Table]
Basis of Consolidation [Table]
Basis of consolidation ownership interest policy [Table]
Maximum [Member]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation [Line Items]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation [Line Items]
Basis of Consolidation [Abstract]
Basis of Consolidation [Abstract]
Basis of Consolidation [Abstract]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation
Ownership Interest To Use Equity Method
Ownership Interest To Use Equity Method
The equity method of accounting is used for entities in which the company has a 50% or less invesment and exercises significant influence.
Ownership Interest To Use Cost Method
Entities in which the company has less than 20% investment and where they do not excercise significant influence are accounted for under the cost method.
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Noncontrolling Interest [Abstract]
Ownership Interest to be Held for Consolidation - Noncontrolling Interests
Effect of Cash Flow Derivatives on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, Before Tax [Table]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
Interest Expense [Member]
Interest Rate Swap Contracts [Abstract]
Interest Rate Derivatives [Abstract]
Amount of Gain (Loss) Recognized in OCI on Derivative (Effective Portion)
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedges, Pretax, Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Gain (Loss) Reclassified from Accumulated OCI into Income (Effective Portion)
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, before Tax
Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income on Derivative (Ineffective Portion)
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) Recognized in Income, Ineffective Portion and Amount Excluded from Effectiveness Testing, Net
Balance Sheet Related Disclosures [Abstract]
Certain Balance Sheet Components [Text Block]
Supplemental Balance Sheet Disclosures [Text Block]
Total Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Total Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Summary Of The Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table]
Summary Of The Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table]
Summary Of The Intangible Asset Account Activity [Table]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
This line item is inclusive of both finite-lived and indefinite-lived intangible assets.
Beginning balance, intangible assets, gross
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Gross
Intangible assets impaired
Finite-lived Intangible Assets Acquired
Effect of change in exchange rates
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Translation Adjustments
Ending balance, intangible assets, gross
Number of Reportable Segments
Number of Reportable Segments
Revenues Gross Profit And Operating Income By Segment [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment [Table Text Block]
Revenues By Region [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Revenue from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets, by Geographical Areas [Table Text Block]
Depreciation And Amortization Expense Associated With Segments [Table Text Block]
Depreciation And Amortization Expense Associated With Segments [Table Text Block]
Depreciation And Amortization Expense Associated With Segments [Table Text Block]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net, Amortization Expense, Fiscal Year Maturity [Abstract]
Estimated Future Annual Amortization Expense [Table]
Estimated Future Annual Amortization Expense [Table]
Estimated Future Annual Amortization Expense [Table]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
2015 (amount remaining at March 31, 2015)
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Remainder of Fiscal Year
2016
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Two
2017
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Three
2018
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Four
2019
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, Year Five
Beyond 2019
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Amortization Expense, after Year Five
Total intangible assets subject to amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Net
Stock-based Compensation Expense by Plan Type [Table]
Stock options
Stock or Unit Option Plan Expense
Restricted stock units
Restricted Stock or Unit Expense
Unrestricted stock awards
Unrestricted Stock Awards Compensation Expense
The noncash expense that represents the cost of unrestricted stock distributed to board of directors as a portion of their compensation.
ESPP
Employee Stock Purchase Plan Compensation Expense
The noncash expense that represents the cost of awards granted to employees as compensation under the employee stock purchase plan.
Total stock-based compensation
Related tax benefit
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Benefit from Compensation Expense
Reclassifications from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Reclassifications from Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Table]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Axis]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Axis]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Domain]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Domain]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Reclassification out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Reclassification Out Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Reclassification Adjustment out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income [Line Items]
Prior-service costs
Actuarial losses
Other
Defined Benefit Plan, Recognized Net Gain (Loss) Due to Settlements
Income (loss) before income taxes
Tax benefit (provision)
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
Net income (loss)
Depreciation and Amortization Expense, by Segment [Abstract]
Depreciation and Amortization Expense, by Segment [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation Expense and Related Tax Benefit [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Compensation Cost for Share-based Payment Arrangements, Allocation of Share-based Compensation Costs by Plan [Table Text Block]
Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]
Employee Stock Options Activity [Table Text Block]
Disclosure of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award [Table Text Block]
Restricted Stock Units, Valuation Assumptions
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Restricted Stock Units, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]
Tabular disclosure of the significant assumptions used during the year to estimate the fair value of restricted stock units, including, but not limited to: (a) expected term of stock units, (b) expected volatility of the entity's shares, (c) expected dividends, (d) risk-free rate(s), and (e) discount for post-vesting restrictions.
Restricted Stock Units Award Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock Units Award Activity [Table Text Block]
Nonrestricted Stock Awards Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Nonemployee Director Stock Award Plan, Activity [Table Text Block]
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Activity [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Activity [Table Text Block]
Before-tax amount [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, before Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, before Tax
Net hedging loss (gain) reclassified into net income
Pension plan benefits liability adjustment
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Adjustment, before Tax
Total other comprehensive income (loss), before tax
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), before Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Tax (provision) benefit [Abstract]
Tax (provision) benefit [Abstract]
Tax (provision) benefit [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustment, Tax
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Derivatives Qualifying as Hedges, Tax
Net hedging loss (gain) reclassified into net income
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Reclassification Adjustment from AOCI on Derivatives, Tax
Pension plan benefits liability adjustment
Other Comprehensive (Income) Loss, Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Plans, Tax
Total other comprehensive income (loss) tax (provision) benefit
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Tax
Net-of-tax amount [Abstract]
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax, Portion Attributable to Parent
Net unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges
Net hedging loss (gain) reclassified into net income
Pension plan benefits liability adjustment
Total other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
Income Tax Uncertainties [Abstract]
Unrecognized Tax Benefits Related To Uncertain Tax Positions [Table Text Block]
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies [Table Text Block]
Total warranty expense
Product Warranty Expense
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Schedule of Fair Values Of Financial Instruments by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table Text Block]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table Text Block]
Offsetting Derivative Liabilities [Abstract]
Offsetting Liabilities [Table]
Offsetting Liabilities [Table]
Derivative, by Nature [Axis]
Derivative, Name [Domain]
Offsetting Liabilities [Line Items]
Offsetting Liabilities [Line Items]
Gross Amounts of Recognized Liabilities Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral
Cash Collateral Pledged Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Derivative, Collateral, Right to Reclaim Cash
Derivative Liability, Fair Value, Amount Offset Against Collateral
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]
Document Information [Abstract]
Document Information [Abstract]
Entities [Table]
Entities [Table]
Legal Entity [Axis]
Entity [Domain]
Entity Information [Line Items]
Entity Information [Line Items]
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Registrant Name
Entity Central Index Key
Entity Central Index Key
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Current Fiscal Year End Date
Entity Filer Category
Entity Filer Category
Document Type
Document Type
Document Period End Date
Document Period End Date
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Year Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Document Fiscal Period Focus
Amendment Flag
Amendment Flag
Trading Symbol
Trading Symbol
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Voluntary Filers
Entity Current Reporting Status
Entity Current Reporting Status
Deferred Revenue Arrangement Type [Axis]
Deferred Revenue Arrangement Type [Domain]
Extended Warranty [Member]
Extended Warranty [Member]
Extended Warranty [Member]
Beginning balance
Unearned revenue for new extended warranties
Deferred Revenue, Additions
Unearned revenue recognized
Deferred Revenue, Revenue Recognized
Effect of change in exchange rates
Deferred Revenue, Currency Translation Increase (Decrease)
Total increase or decrease in the deferred revenue liability due to currency translation.
Ending balance
Less: current portion of unearned revenue for extended warranty
Deferred Revenue, Noncurrent
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Axis]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Type [Domain]
Depreciation expense [Line Items]
Depreciation Expense [Line Items]
Depreciation Expense [Line Items]
Depreciation expense
Depreciation
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Debt [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Repayments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Long-Term Debt Repayments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of long-term debt repayments made during the reporting periods presented.
Prepaid Debt Fees [Table Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees and Accrued Interest Expense [Table Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees and Accrued Interest Expense associated with long-term debt. [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Derivative Instruments in Statement of Financial Position, Fair Value [Table Text Block]
Accumulated OCI for Derivative and Nonderivative Instruments Designated as Hedging Instruments, Net of Tax [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Cash Flow Hedges Included in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Offsetting Assets [Table Text Block]
Offsetting Assets [Table Text Block]
Offsetting Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Offsetting Liabilities [Table Text Block]
Effect of Cash Flow Derivatives on the Balance Sheet and Income Statement, Before Tax [Table Text Block]
Derivative Instruments, Gain (Loss) [Table Text Block]
Foreign Exchange Derivatives Not Designated As Hedging Instruments [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Other Derivatives Not Designated as Hedging Instruments, Statements of Financial Performance and Financial Position, Location [Table Text Block]
Accounts Receivable, Net [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Accounts, Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable [Table Text Block]
Allowance for Credit Losses on Financing Receivables [Table Text Block]
Inventories [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Inventory, Current [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant, and Equipment, Net [Table Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]
Depreciation Expense [Table Text Block]
Depreciation Expense [Table Text Block]
Summary of Depreciation Expense [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in the Consolidated Balance Sheets [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Balance Sheet [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Periodic Pension Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Schedule of Net Benefit Costs [Table Text Block]
Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Derivative and Nonderivative Instruments Designated as Hedging Instruments [Member]
Accumulated Net Gain (Loss) from Derivative and Nonderivative Instruments Designated as Hedging Instruments [Member]
Changes to accumulated comprehensive income resulting from gains and losses from derivative and nonderivative instruments designated as hedging instruments.
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
Net Investment Hedging [Member]
Unrealized gain (loss) on derivative instruments
Realized losses reclassified into net income (loss)
Revenues by Region
Schedule of Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Table]
United States and Canada [Member]
United States and Canada [Member]
United States and Canada [Member]
Europe, Middle East, and Africa [Member]
EMEA [Member]
Other [Member]
Other Countries [Member]
The combined total of all countries outside of the USA, Canada, and Europe, for the purpose of reporting revenue by region. [Member]
Revenues from External Customers [Line Items]
Revenues from External Customers and Long-Lived Assets [Line Items]
Major Customers, by Reporting Segments [Table]
Schedule of Revenue by Major Customers, by Reporting Segments [Table]
Concentration Risk Benchmark [Axis]
Concentration Risk Benchmark [Axis]
Concentration Risk Benchmark [Domain]
Concentration Risk Benchmark [Domain]
Revenue [Member]
Sales [Member]
Threshold for Reporting Customer Concentration [Member]
Threshold for Reporting Customer Concentration [Member]
The threshold for reporting customer concentration. For any customer that meets or exceeds this threshold, the percentage of concentration with the given customer or customers is provided.
Customer A [Member]
Customer A [Member]
Customer A, for the given filing. This member is exclusive of previous filings (that is, this customer A is not necessarily the same customer A as in previous filings).
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Segment Reporting, Disclosure of Major Customers
Segment Reporting, Disclosure of Major Customers
Concentration Risk, Percentage
Concentration Risk, Percentage
Earnings Per Share and Capital Structure [Text Block]
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]
Trade receivables (net of allowance of $5,939 and $6,195)
Accounts Receivable, Net, Current
Unbilled receivables
Unbilled Receivables, Current
Total accounts receivable, net
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Fair Value, by Balance Sheet Grouping [Table]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Measurement Basis [Axis]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Fair Value Measurement [Domain]
Reported Value Measurement [Member]
Reported Value Measurement [Member]
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Estimate of Fair Value Measurement [Member]
Line of Credit [Member]
Line of Credit [Member]
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Fair Value, Balance Sheet Grouping, Financial Statement Captions [Line Items]
Assets
Foreign exchange forwards
Liabilities
Liabilities [Abstract]
Long-term Debt, Fair Value
Long-term Debt, Fair Value
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding
Interest rate swaps
Foreign exchange forwards
Intangible Assets, Net (Excluding Goodwill) [Abstract]
Intangible Assets [Text Block]
Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]
Net interest and penalties expense
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Expense
Accrued interest
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Interest on Income Taxes Accrued
Accrued penalties
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties Accrued
Unrecognized tax benefits related to uncertain tax positions
Unrecognized Tax Benefits
The amount of unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would affect our effective tax rate
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate
Segment Information [Text Block]
Segment Reporting Disclosure [Text Block]
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Average Price Per Share
Stock Repurchased and Retired During Period, Average Price Per Share
Goodwill Narrative [Abstract]
Goodwill Narrative [Abstract]
Derivative [Table]
Derivative [Table]
Interest Rate, Type [Axis]
Interest Rate, Type [Axis]
Interest Rate, Type [Axis]
Interest Rate, Type [Domain]
Interest Rate, Type [Domain]
Interest Rate, Type [Domain]
London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR) [Member]
Derivative Activity Volume Type [Axis]
Derivative Activity Volume Type [Axis]
Derivative Activity Volume Type [Axis]
Derivative Activity Volume Type [Domain]
Derivative Activity Volume Type [Domain]
[Domain] for Derivative Activity Volume Type [Axis]
Number of Counterparties [Member]
Number of Counterparties [Member]
Number of Counterparties [Member]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Instrument [Axis]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Derivative Contract [Domain]
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Foreign Exchange Contract [Member]
Credit Facility USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Credit Facility USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Credit Facility USD Term Loan Interest Rate Swaps [Member]
Forward Contracts [Member]
Forward Contracts [Member]
Derivative Counterparties
Derivative Counterparties
Derivative number of counterparties
Net unrealized loss on hedging instruments
Description of Derivative Activity Volume
Number of Interest Rate Derivatives Held
Number of Interest Rate Derivatives Held
Derivative, Notional Amount
Derivative, Notional Amount
Pay fixed interest rate in interst rate swap
Derivative, Fixed Interest Rate
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Interest Rate Cash Flow Hedge Gain (Loss) to be Reclassified During Next 12 Months, Net
Long-term Debt
Schedule of Intangible Assets [Table]
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets by Major Class [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets [Axis]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets, Major Class Name [Domain]
In-process research and development
In Process Research and Development [Member]
Core-developed technology [Member]
Trademarks and trade names [Member]
Trademarks and Trade Names [Member]
Other [Member]
Other Intangible Assets [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Assets
Accumulated Amortization
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization
Net
Basis of Consolidation [Policy Text Block]
Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Policy Text Block]
Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts [Policy Text Block]
Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Inventories [Policy Text Block]
Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Derivative Instruments [Policy Text Block]
Derivatives, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Property, Plant, and Equipment [Policy Text Block]
Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees [Policy Text Block]
Prepaid Debt Fees [Policy Text Block]
Prepaid debt fees represent the capitalized direct costs incurred related to the issuance of debt and are recorded as noncurrent assets. These costs are amortized to interest expense over the lives of the respective borrowings, including contingent maturity or call features, using the effective interest method, or straight-line method when associated with a revolving credit facility. When debt is repaid early, the related portion of unamortized prepaid debt fees is written-off and included in interest expense. [Policy Text Block]
Business Combinations [Policy Text Block]
Business Combinations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Goodwill and Intangible Assets [Policy Text Block]
Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Contingencies [Policy Text Block]
Commitments and Contingencies, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Bonus and Profit Sharing [Policy Text Block]
Compensation Related Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Warranty [Policy Text Block]
Warranty [Policy Text Block]
Disclosure of accounting policy for all warranty types including the methodology for measuring the liability. [Policy Text Block]
Restructuring and Asset Impairments [Policy Text Block]
Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities or Restructurings, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Defined Benefit Pension Plans [Policy Text Block]
Pension and Other Postretirement Plans, Pensions, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Share Repurchase Plan [Policy Text Block]
Share Repurchase Policy [Policy Text Block]
Describes the company's accounting policy related to share repurchases under a program authorized by its Board of Directors. Share repurchases are made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and in accordance with applicable securities and state laws.[Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition [Policy Text Block]
Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Product and Software Development Costs [Policy Text Block]
Research, Development, and Computer Software, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Stock-based Compensation [Policy Text Block]
Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Foreign Exchange [Policy Text Block]
Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]
Fair Value Measurement [Policy Text Block]
Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]
Use of Estimates [Policy Text Block]
Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncements [Text Block]
New Accounting Pronouncements and Changes in Accounting Principles [Text Block]
Income Statement [Abstract]
Cost of revenues
Cost of Goods and Services Sold
Gross profit
Operating expenses
Operating Expenses [Abstract]
Sales and marketing
Selling and Marketing Expense
Product development
Research and Development Expense
General and administrative
General and Administrative Expense
Amortization of business acquisition-related intangible assets
Amortization of Intangible Assets
Goodwill impairment
Total operating expenses
Operating Expenses
Operating income
Other income (expense)
Nonoperating Income (Expense) [Abstract]
Interest income
Interest Income, Other
Interest expense
Interest Expense
Other income (expense), net
Other Nonoperating Income (Expense)
Total other income (expense)
Income tax benefit (provision)
Net income (loss) attributable to Itron, Inc.
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Basic
Weighted average common shares outstanding - Diluted
Current retainage contract receivables [Member]
Current retainage contract receivables [Member]
Current retainage contract receivables [Member]
Long Term Retainage Contract Receivables [Member]
Long Term Retainage Contract Receivables [Member]
Long Term Retainage Contract Receivables [Member]
Contract Receivable Retainage, Next Rolling Twelve Months
Contract Receivable Retainage, Next Rolling Twelve Months
Unbilled Contracts Receivable
Unbilled Contracts Receivable
Long-term unbilled retainage receivables
Unbilled Receivables, Not Billable, Amount Expected to be Collected after Next Rolling Twelve Months
Contract Receivable Retainage, Due after Next Rolling Twelve Months
Contract Receivable Retainage, after Next Rolling Twelve Months
Goodwill Disclosure [Text Block]
Goodwill Disclosure [Text Block]
Offsetting Derivative Assets [Abstract]
Offsetting Assets [Table]
Offsetting Assets [Table]
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Offsetting Assets [Line Items]
Gross Amounts of Recognized Assets Presented in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Derivative Financial Instruments Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Not Offset Against Collateral
Cash Collateral Received Not Offset in the Consolidated Balance Sheets
Derivative, Collateral, Obligation to Return Cash
Derivative Asset, Fair Value, Amount Offset Against Collateral
Litigation Case [Axis]
Litigation Case [Axis]
Litigation Case [Domain]
Litigation Case [Domain]
Itron Sistemas e Technologia Ltda. Employment Cases [Member]
Itron Sistemas e Technologia Ltda. Employment Cases [Member]
Itron Sistemas e Technologia Ltda. Employment Cases [Member]
Employees of Previous Service Provider Hired Upon Agreement to Provide Installation and Maintenance Services to a Customer [Member]
Employees of Previous Service Provider Hired Upon Agreement to Provide Installation and Maintenance Services to a Customer [Member]
Employees of Previous Service Provider Hired Upon Agreement to Provide Installation and Maintenance Services to a Customer [Member]
Loss Contingency, Number of Plaintiffs
Loss Contingency, Number of Plaintiffs
Entity Number of Employees
Entity Number of Employees
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value
Loss Contingency, Damages Sought, Value
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Abstract]
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Abstract]
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Table]
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts Disclosure [Table]
Summary of the Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Axis]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves Type [Axis]
Summary of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Domain]
Valuation Allowances and Reserves [Domain]
Summary of Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Activity [Line Items]
Beginning balance
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Adjustments
Valuation Allowances and Reserves, Adjustments
Accounts written-off
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts Receivable, Write-offs
EffectsOfChangeInExchangeRates
EffectsOfChangeInExchangeRates
The increase (decrease) in the allowance for doubtful accounts receivable due to the effect of exchange rate changes on balances held in foreign currencies.
Ending balance
Credit Facility Additional Information [Abstract]
Credit Facility Additional Information [Abstract]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument [Axis]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Debt Instrument, Name [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2014 through June 2016 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2014 through June 2016 [Domain]
Scheduled Quarterly Repayments September 2014 through June 2016 [Domain]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Axis]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Credit Facility [Domain]
Alternate base rate (1) [Member]
The first of three alternate base rates under a credit facility agreement.
Alternate base rate (2) [Member]
Alternate base rate (2) [Member]
The second of three alternate base rates under a credit facility agreement.
Alternate base rate (3) [Member]
Alternate base rate (3) [Member]
The third of three alternate base rates under a credit facility agreement.
EURIBOR [Member]
EURIBOR [Member]
EURIBOR Euro Interbank Offered Rate [Member]
Alternate base rate [Member]
Alternate base rate [Member]
Alternate base rate [Member]
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Debt Instrument, Face Amount
Line of credit facility, maximum borrowing capacity
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage
Debt Instrument, Collateral
Debt Instrument, Collateral
Repayments of Secured Debt
Repayments of Secured Debt
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Debt Instrument, Description of Variable Rate Basis
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate
Applicable Interest Rate
Debt Instrument, Interest Rate, Effective Percentage
Line of credit facility, amount outstanding
Letters of Credit Outstanding, Amount
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefit Contributions [Abstract]
Schedule of Defined Benefit Plans Disclosures [Table]
Employer Contributions [Axis]
Employer Contributions [Domain]
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]
Defined Benefit Plan, Contributions by Employer
Defined Benefit Plan, Contributions by Employer
Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Current Fiscal Year
Defined Benefit Plans, Estimated Future Employer Contributions in Current Fiscal Year