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Basis of Presentation and Accounting Policies - Revenue Recognition (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Jul. 29, 2017 | Jul. 30, 2016
Maximum | Revenue Recognized Using Cost To Cost Percentage of Completion Method |  |
Revenue from External Customer [Line Items] |  |
Percentage of Revenue | 5.00% | 10.00%

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