Group orders (*eskaera*) are a business model for collaborative consumption where groups of users collectively purchase products within defined time windows. This module was created to replace the legacy Aplicoop application, providing:

**Business Value:**
- Streamlined group purchasing workflows within Odoo's standard sales framework
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate different group shopping patterns (daily, weekly, biweekly, monthly)
- Clear separation between temporary shopping carts and permanent sales orders
- Support for multiple groups with different suppliers, products, and categories

**Use Cases:**
- Cooperative grocery purchasing groups
- Bulk order consolidation for community members
- Time-limited promotional campaigns with group participation
- Multi-location organizations with shared procurement
