What is the main purpose of coordination?

• A. Increase project overhead.
• B. Provide efficient and orderly installation, connection, and operation.
• C. Limit collaboration among trades.
• D. Define the project's budget.

Answer: (B)

Coordination is about bringing together the work of multiple trades so everything fits and works as a single system. When coordination is done well, installations are planned in the right order, interfaces between devices and systems are understood, and spaces for equipment, conduits, and connections are reserved so that all components can be installed, wired, tested, and operated smoothly. This reduces clashes, rework, and delays, and it also makes commissioning and ongoing operation safer and more reliable.

That’s why the best choice is to provide an efficient and orderly installation, connection, and operation. The other options point to costs, limiting collaboration, or budgeting duties, which aren’t the aim of coordination itself.