Which linguistic packaging innovation was first widely adopted in the 1990s to help products maintain consistent branding across multiple language markets?

In the world of language and linguistics, packaging innovations have transformed how we communicate product benefits and build brand identity. The strategic use of language on packaging has evolved dramatically over the decades, with linguistic techniques becoming increasingly sophisticated. This trivia question explores a pivotal innovation in how language is presented on global product packaging to overcome linguistic barriers.

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Iconographic language systems (using symbols instead of words)
QR codes linking to multilingual product information
Name-independent logos (wordless brand identifiers)
Real-time translation labels using early AR technology