Project management tools can be incredibly useful in meeting deadlines, but only if you use them correctly. To maximize the benefits of project management tools, you should choose the right tool for your project and team, set clear and realistic goals and expectations, use the features and functions of the tool, and train and support your team. When selecting a tool, be sure to consider your project size, complexity, type, team size, location, preferences, integration and customization needs, budget and value. Once you have the right tool in place, define the scope, goals and deliverables of your project and communicate them to your team and stakeholders. Set realistic deadlines, priorities and standards that are achievable and monitor them as needed. Familiarize yourself with the tool's features and functions such as task management, time tracking, budgeting, reporting or collaboration to help you meet deadlines. Finally, provide training to your team on how to use the tool effectively and efficiently; address any issues or challenges they may face; encourage and motivate them to use it consistently; and recognize their efforts with feedback.