Coordination is the management of interdependence between individuals and groups to achieve common goals. It involves synchronizing efforts and keeping expenditures proportionate to resources. Coordination is important for integrating group efforts, facilitating mutual dependence, resolving conflicts, developing team spirit, motivating subordinates, achieving better relations, optimizing resource use, and improving efficiency. Elements of successful coordination include leadership commitment, defined joint outcomes, appropriate governance frameworks, performance measurement, the right representation and skills, and shared culture and values.