Question

26. Identify and briefly explain any five characteristics of the process that uses various
resources through proper direction, co-ordination and integration of several
activities so as to produce desired results. Its degree of success varies according
to the efficiency with which the resources are managed.
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Answer 1

Answer:

Five features of coordination are:

1. Coordination integrates group efforts by integrating the activities performed by the individual towards a common direction.

2. Coordination is a continuous function as it is never ending because manager works continuously to achieve coordination and maintain coordination because without it the organization cannot function efficiently.

3. Coordination is an all pervasive function: Coordination is a universal function because it is required at all the levels of management, in all the departments and to perform all functions due to interdependence of various activities on each other.

4. Coordination is a deliberate function as every manager tries to coordinate the activities of the organization to avoid confusion and chaos in the organization.

5. Coordination is the responsibility of all managers and not just the top level management in an organisation.