Both bodies carry two-year mandates and report to the EU AI Office and national market-surveillance authorities. The Scientific Panel handles technical assessments — classifying model risk, reviewing general-purpose AI evaluations — while the Advisory Forum brings in broader stakeholder input on applying the Act's rules. Their appointment signals that the enforcement infrastructure is no longer theoretical. Full AI Act obligations kick in August 2, 2026, less than two months away. The Code of Practice on AI-generated content labeling under Article 50 is also due this month. Organizations still mapping their compliance posture now have a clearer picture of who will be asking hard questions.