What are the disadvantages of not following the code of ethics?

Answer 1

less profit because they will need to pay higher wages. Also sell products expensively, though consumers will not prefer to buy it therfore this also leads to less profit as they will sell less.

Answer 2

No one will trust you should they learn of your unethical behavior. This will make it difficult to work with others. It may get you fired. You probably won't sleep well.

Answer 3

this can lead to conflict due absence of confidentiality