Meaning Unity of command refers Unity of direction is a
to a principle of management principle management which which implies that all the states that one activities with same incumbent should get objective must have one orders from and report head and one plan. to one boss.
Purpose To prevent dual To prevent activities
subordination. overlap.
Focuses on Single employee Entire organization
Outcome The principle leads to The principle results in
effective functioning of coordination of work of the subordinates. various employees.