Coordination is the orderly arrangement of group efforts to provide unity of action in the pursuit of common purpose. In the light of this statement,

Coordination is the process whereby an executive develops an orderly pattern of group efforts among his subordinates and ensures unity of action in the pursuit of common purpose. .
Features/Nature of Coordination.
The features or nature of coordination are as follows: .
(i) Integration of group efforts All business activities are interdependent. Therefore, there should be coordination among them. Coordination enables the business to make efficient use of its available resources. For example, supply of material should come, when production needs it. If there is a mismatch in the time schedule, it is an instance of lack of coordination. It is the central task of the manager to reconcile differences in approach, timing, efforts or interests to harmonise individual goals with organisational goals. Coordination is the effort to ensure a smooth interplay of the functions and forces of all the different components of an organisation so that its purpose will be realised with minimum friction and maximum collaborative effectiveness..
(ii) Coordination is needed at all levels Coordination is an essential function which is required at all levels of management. The content and scope of coordination will vary at different levels. However, it is a part of duty which should be performed by every managerial personnel right from operational level to the top management.
(iii) Coordination ensures unity of action The purpose of coordination is to unite the efforts of every individual in the realisation of common purpose.