Various embodiments provide methods and systems for monitoring and controlling electrical components of an electrical distribution network. In an embodiment, a method, performed by an automated controller, includes receiving values corresponding to electrical parameter(s) associated with multiple connection points in the electrical distribution network, the values being acquired via electrical sensor(s). The method also includes transmitting the values to a local area supervisory controller, upon receiving a measurements-related request. The method further includes receiving a control message from the local area supervisory controller, the control message including predefined conditions and information indicating the automated controller to wait for the predefined conditions to be met between two connection points having a connection point to which a distributed energy resource (DER) is connected. The method further includes controlling an operation of contactor(s) positioned between the two connection points based at least on the predefined conditions.