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command and control  

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  • In the context of emergencies, “coordination” means conducting processes and operations so that their functionality is guaranteed, usually by ensuring that people and organizations work together to good effect. The term command means giving formal orders and instructions to people and groups so that they will take particular actions. [Source: Encyclopedia of Crisis Management; Command and Control]

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