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Background And Basis Of Presentation	12 Months Ended
Background And Basis Of Presentation	Dec. 31, 2015
Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements [Abstract]
Background and Basis of Presentation	BACKGROUND AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION Convergys Corporation is a global customer management leader, focused on bringing value to its clients through every customer interaction. Convergys has approximately 130,000 employees working in more than 150 locations in 31 countries, interacting with our clients’ customers in 58 languages. On March 3, 2014, Convergys completed its acquisition of SGS Holdings, Inc. (Stream), a global customer management leader, providing technical support, customer care and sales, for Fortune 1000 companies. This acquisition expanded the Company’s geographic footprint and capabilities and added approximately 40,000 employees in 22 countries. Stream’s complementary client portfolio further diversified Convergys’ client base through the addition of leading technology, communications and other clients. Stream operating results are included in Convergys’ Consolidated Statements of Income beginning March 3, 2014.