Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Earnings Per Share - Additional Information (Detail)

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Earnings Per Share - Additional Information (Detail)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Jan. 03, 2015
Dec. 28, 2013
Dec. 29, 2012
Stock Option      
Earnings Per Share Disclosure [Line Items]      
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Performance-Based Restricted Stock Units | Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)      
Earnings Per Share Disclosure [Line Items]      
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