Even where members of a department willingly cooperate and work, a manager has to coordinate the efforts of different people in a conscious manner.

Identify the characteristic of coordination which is being discussed here.

Coordination is a deliberate function

The correct answer is option 2- Coordination is a deliberate function.

Coordination is a deliberate function:  A manager has to coordinate the efforts of different people in a conscious and deliberate manner. Even where members of a department willingly cooperate and work, coordination gives a direction to that willing spirit. Cooperation in the absence of coordination may lead to wasted effort and coordination without cooperation may lead to dissatisfaction among employees.

OTHER OPTIONS

• Coordination ensures unity of action: The purpose of coordination is to secure unity of action in the realisation of a common purpose. It acts as the binding force between departments and ensures that all action is aimed at achieving the goals of the organisation.

• Coordination is a continuous process: Coordination is not a one-time function but a continuous process. It begins at the planning stage and continues till controlling.

• Coordination is an all pervasive function: Coordination is required at all levels of management due to the interdependent nature of activities of various departments. It integrates the efforts of different departments and different levels.