Coordination may be defined as a process of synchronisation of different activities and efforts of the various units of an organisation so that the planned objectives may be achieved with minimum conflict. 

Following are the features of coordination : 

1. Integration – Coordination is a process of integrating group efforts. Coordination unifies unrelated or diverse interests into purposeful work activity. Coordination comes into picture where groups of persons are involved in working. 

2. Unity of action – Every individual perceives the organisation goals differently. Coordination results in reconciliation of goals by securing unity of action in the pursuit of common purpose. Coordination is a binding force between departments. 

3. Continuous process – Coordination is not a one-time affair but a continuous process. It begins at the planning and continues till controlling. 

4. Pervasive function – Coordination is required at all levels of management due to interdependent nature of activities of various departments. Coordination integrates the efforts of different departments. 

5. Deliberate function – Coordination is a deliberate function. A manager has to coordinate the efforts of different people in a deliberate manner. 

6. Responsibility of all managers – Coordination is the function of every manager in the organisation. Coordination is required at all levels of management