As a CFA charterholder, you are required to adhere to the CFA Institute Code of Ethics and Standards of Professional Conduct. These standards aim to ensure that members and candidates act ethically and professionally at all times. However, not all behaviors align with these expectations.
Consider the following scenario: A portfolio manager is aware that one of their employees is consistently late in reporting asset valuations, which is causing inaccuracies in client reports. Instead of addressing the issue directly with the employee, the portfolio manager opts to ignore the matter. This behavior may lead to consequences for clients relying on accurate information. In this context, which statement best describes the portfolio manager's actions?