Universe Objects in DESKI Reports - Usage

Hi All,
I have 100+ DESKI reports and all of the reporting comes from one Universe. What I am trying to
understand is which objects get used the most from those 100+ DESKI reports.
I am using BOXI Rel 3 SP 3
The reason I am asking this question is firstly I am new to this company and the usual people hate
change and information is limited.
Many Thanks in Advance

Thanks Amit for the reply, please can you advise where I can find meta data exchange?
I am aware of meta data exchange in Designer but have not come across the 'impact tab' or an option that allows you to download the field names used.
I am using BOXI Rel 3.1 SP 3
Many Thanks

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