Liabilities and Restructuring Charges

6 Months Ended

Apr. 30, 2016

Liabilities and Restructuring Charges [Abstract]

During fiscal 2015, the Company recorded restructuring costs of $15.1 million which included a voluntary retirement program (VRP) and a minimal headcount reduction program. As of October 31, 2015, there was no outstanding balance in restructuring charges.

During the six months ended April 30, 2016, we recorded $3.0 million of restructuring charges due to employee severance and benefits. Payments of these restructuring charges are anticipated to be completed before the end of fiscal 2016.

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities consist of:



	April 30, 2016		October 31, 2015
	(in thousands)
Payroll and related benefits	$	198,378	$	315,078
Other accrued liabilities	56,729		60,545
Accounts payable	30,089		9,919
Total	$	285,196	$	385,542

Other long-term liabilities consist of:



	April 30, 2016		October 31, 2015
	(in thousands)
Deferred compensation liability	$	157,135	$	158,462
Other long-term liabilities	47,020		43,559
Total	$	204,155	$	202,021