Subsequent Events	3 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2013
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
SUBSEQUENT EVENTS	10. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS In June 2013, the Company initiated a restructuring plan (the “June 2013 Restructuring Plan”) to eliminate certain management layers and reduce redundant personnel across the Company. The Company expects to eliminate approximately 22% of its workforce (137 employees and contractors) affecting all parts of the organization. The Company expects to record restructuring charges related to severance, payroll taxes and employee benefits within a range of $4.1 million to $4.6 million in fiscal year 2014. The Company may also restructure facilities and terminate certain contracts which could lead to additional charges. The June 2013 Restructuring Plan is expected to be completed in fiscal year 2014, with the majority of payments made in the same period.

Subsequent Events

3 Months Ended

Apr. 30, 2013

10. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

In June 2013, the Company initiated a restructuring plan (the “June 2013 Restructuring Plan”) to eliminate certain management layers and reduce redundant personnel across the Company. The Company expects to eliminate approximately 22% of its workforce (137 employees and contractors) affecting all parts of the organization. The Company expects to record restructuring charges related to severance, payroll taxes and employee benefits within a range of $4.1 million to $4.6 million in fiscal year 2014. The Company may also restructure facilities and terminate certain contracts which could lead to additional charges. The June 2013 Restructuring Plan is expected to be completed in fiscal year 2014, with the majority of payments made in the same period.

SERENA SOFTWARE INC 10-Q