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Savings Plan | 12 Months Ended
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Jan. 03, 2021
Savings Plan [Abstract] |
Savings Plan | Savings PlanThe Company has voluntary 401(k) savings plans designed to enhance the existing retirement programs covering eligible employees. The Company matches a percentage of each employee’s contributions consistent with the provisions of the plan for which he/she is eligible. Total Company matching contributions to the plans were $243 million, $235 million and $242 million in fiscal years 2020, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

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